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Trip from The Bronx, NY to DeRuyter, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 47m

Distance

224 mi

361 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 34m ★
6 AM
4h 47m
8 AM
5h 14m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 54m
3 PM
4h 58m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 39m

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

borough of New York City, New York, United States

The Bronx, NY

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown DeRuyter, NY, NY

DeRuyter, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 224-mile journey from the Bronx, NY, to DeRuyter, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 47 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 83% of the trip on major roads like NY 17 and NJ 17, connected by State Highway 8. Expect a fuel cost of around $37 for this trip. Given its manageable length and highway-centric profile, it’s a straightforward drive that doesn’t necessarily require an overnight stop. This is a practical Northeast to Northeast passage, ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

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

112 miles from The Bronx, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 119.5 mi 2h 27m
State Highway 8 36.8 mi 42m
NJ 17 14.7 mi 18m
County Road 16 14.3 mi 20m
West Street 8.3 mi 9m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Crumb Hill Road 3.6 mi 4m
County Road 44 2.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 119.5 mi, about 2h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Cruger Avenue

398 ft · 30 sec · Cruger Avenue
2

Turn sharp right onto Bronxdale Avenue

384 ft · 15 sec · Bronxdale Avenue
3

Turn right onto Hunt Avenue

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Hunt Avenue
4

At end of road, turn right onto Rhinelander Avenue

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Rhinelander Avenue
5

Continue on Unionport Road

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Unionport Road
6

Turn right onto Morris Park Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Morris Park Avenue
7

Turn right onto East Tremont Avenue

0.2 mi · 41 sec · East Tremont Avenue
8

Turn left onto East 177th Street

413 ft · 13 sec · East 177th Street
9

Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard

506 ft · 8 sec · Sheridan Boulevard
Toward NY 895 South, I 95 South
10

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 95 South: Cross Bronx Expressway, George Washington Bridge
11

Merge onto I 95

2.6 mi · 3 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
13

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
14

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17
25

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
26

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17
27

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

14 mi · 16 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
28

Take the exit

1.5 mi · 3 min
Exit 16 Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman Use the slight right lane.
29

Continue on this road

152 ft · 3 sec · this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 30 sec
Toward NY 17 West: Binghamton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Continue on NY 17

105 mi · 2 hr 11 min · NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 84 Toward NY 8, NY 10: Deposit, Walton
33

Turn right onto NY 8; NY 10

0.2 mi · 14 sec · State Highway 10
34

Continue on NY 8; NY 10

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Oak Street
35

Turn straight onto NY 8; NY 10

19 mi · 21 min · State Highway 8
36

Continue on NY 8

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Airport Road
37

Continue on NY 8

18 mi · 20 min · State Highway 8
38

Turn left onto NY 23

8.3 mi · 9 min · West Street
39

Turn right onto NY 12

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Broad Street
40

Continue on NY 12

1.2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 12
41

Turn left onto CR 44

2.8 mi · 3 min · County Road 44
42

At end of road, turn right onto NY 23

1.2 mi · 1 min · NY 23
43

Turn right onto CR 16

12 mi · 16 min · County Road 16
44

At end of road, turn left onto NY 26

0.6 mi · 48 sec · State Highway 26
45

Turn right onto CR 16

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Church Hill Road
46

Continue on CR 16

2.6 mi · 3 min · County Road 16
47

Continue on CR 58

3.6 mi · 4 min · Crumb Hill Road
48

Continue on CR 58

2.1 mi · 3 min · Quaker Basin Road
49

Continue on CR 58

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Albany Street
50

Turn right onto NY 13

424 ft · 7 sec · Utica Street
51

Arrive at destination

NY 13

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4-hour and 47-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from the Bronx to bypass potential traffic. With a single recommended stop, you can easily manage rest and refueling needs. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 119.5 miles on NY 17, so plan your break around this point if possible. Your estimated fuel cost is $37, which is quite reasonable for a trip of this distance. Since this is a feasible day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience and adjust your schedule as needed.

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 112 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.5 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 49 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 112 miles or 2h 25m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near DeRuyter, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving The Bronx, 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 The Bronx, NY

This is one driving day of about 224 miles and 4h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from The Bronx, 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 119.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

the primary plantation of Thomas Jefferson

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monticello, NY

112 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockland, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 112 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119.5 miles.

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

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Paramus, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 16

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 16

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 16

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

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

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

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

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

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

New York, New York

+19172614093

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 16

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 64

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 48

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Lynkwell Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 64

Middletown, NY

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 48

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 32

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 48

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 48

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 64

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 16

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 16

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

Isham Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186816000

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Yankee Stadium

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bronx, New York

+12129265337

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 32

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 43.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
6.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
9
7 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
7
13.8 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17...
8
14 mi into trip | ~22m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
8
43.4 mi into trip | ~58m in

Take the exit toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16 Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.87 one way

$73.74 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $39.87 $79.74
premium $4.92 $43.42 $86.83
diesel $5.61 $49.46 $98.91

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

$37

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 67.2 0 $23.52 $10.75
Efficient EV 56 0 $19.60 $8.96
EV Truck/SUV 89.6 1 $31.36 $14.34

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

The Bronx, NY

Late night in The Bronx on Sunday

Local time

12:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Chance Rain Showers

NW 7 mph 26% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 3:23AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

Destination

DeRuyter, NY

Late night in DeRuyter on Sunday

Local time

12:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

33°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Monticello, NY

112 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

31 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 47m 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

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 7.7
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

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 7.7
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

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 7.7
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

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 7.7
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

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 7.7
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

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...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 7.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

You'll find this to be a highway-focused drive, making up 83% of your total mileage. The majority of your time will be spent on faster roads, including significant stretches on NY 17. In fact, you’ll encounter an uninterrupted segment of 119.5 miles on NY 17, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. While the main arteries dominate, the inclusion of State Highway 8 provides some variation. Overall, expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel on well-maintained roadways rather than winding scenic byways.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
51 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 119.5 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 6.8 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 32 significant decision points across 224 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 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between The Bronx, NY and DeRuyter, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark, Mahwah, New York State Thruway North: Albany and Walton.

Gsp South

13.8 mi in | ~22m

Gsp North

13.8 mi in | ~22m

Newark

13.8 mi in | ~22m

Mahwah

13.8 mi in | ~22m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

29.1 mi in | ~42m | via NY 17

Walton

150.5 mi in | ~3h 13m

About the Cities

Starting 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).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 47m. Total distance: 224 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 47m 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 119.5 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 DeRuyter, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at DeRuyter, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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