Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
46.9 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Bronx, NY
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Cold Spring, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 46.9-mile drive from The Bronx, NY, to Cold Spring, NY, is a manageable 1-hour and 11-minute journey, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate via NY 9A and the Bronx River Parkway, with about half the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, reflecting the relatively short distance. This route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a quick escape from the city without needing an overnight stay. It's a straightforward trip within the familiar Northeast region of New York.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 9A | 14.7 mi | 22m |
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Bronx River Parkway | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| Albany Post Road | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Bear Mountain-Beacon Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 403 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Taconic State Parkway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 9D | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Cold Spring, NY.
Start on Cruger Avenue
Turn left onto Bronxdale Avenue
Continue on Bronx Park East
Continue on Boston Road
Turn sharp left onto US 1
Take the ramp
Merge onto BR
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
Take the exit
Continue on NY 9A; NY 100
Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202
Enter roundabout onto US 9
Continue on US 9
Turn left onto NY 403
Turn right onto NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Turn right onto NY 301
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 0.6 and 36.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp left onto US 1 / East Fordham Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NY 9A, NY 100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto US 9 / Albany Post Road toward Fishkill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$7.72 one way
$15.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $8.35 | $16.70 |
| premium | $4.92 | $9.09 | $18.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in The Bronx on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Cold Spring on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
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.
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, starting with parkways before transitioning to other main roads. With 51% of the route on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced sections, balanced by other road types. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 14.7 miles along NY 9A. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous highway grind but also won't be navigating constant turns on rural lanes. Expect a dynamic feel behind the wheel as the road conditions and speed change.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 1 / East Fordham Road.
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 46.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.6 miles (US 1 / East Fordham Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.8 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): 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.
On the drive from The Bronx, NY to Cold Spring, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Fishkill along the way.
Fishkill
“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 1h 11m. Total distance: 46.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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