The Bronx, NY to Willowbrook, NY is 31.9 miles and takes about 51 minutes via Tonnelle Avenue and NJ 440, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, traversing the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that should be manageable for most drivers, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without a major time commitment. Consider this your go-to option for a quick, local transit.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Tonnelle Avenue
5.1 mi
7m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
4.7 mi
5m
NJ 440
4.5 mi
6m
Bergen Boulevard
3.2 mi
5m
Cross Bronx Expressway
2.6 mi
3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
1.3 mi
1m
I 95 EXPR
1.1 mi
1m
US 1
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Tonnelle Avenue
— 5.1 mi, about 7m
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
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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 The Bronx, NY and Willowbrook, 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 right at fork onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.9 mi·1 min·US 1; US 9; US 46
Exit 72BToward US 1 South, US 9 South: Palisades ParkUse the slight right lane.
17
Continue on NJ 63
3.2 mi·5 min·Bergen Boulevard
18
Turn straight onto CR 501
0.7 mi·1 min·John F. Kennedy Boulevard
19
Turn right onto 76th Street
0.3 mi·54 sec·76th Street
20
Turn left onto US 1; US 9
5.0 mi·7 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
23
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
24
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi·27 sec·12th Street Viaduct
25
Take the exit
236 ft·9 sec
Use the left lane.
26
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
463 ft·23 sec·Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
408 ft·5 sec·14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
4.7 mi·5 min·New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 14AToward NJ 440: BayonneUse the right lane.
30
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi·17 sec·Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
31
Take the exit
357 ft·8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few WayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 440 SouthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
33
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi·6 min·NJ 440
34
Continue on NY 440
1.3 mi·1 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
35
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward Victory Boulevard
36
Turn left onto Victory Boulevard
0.2 mi·29 sec·Victory Boulevard
Use the left / right lanes.
37
Turn slight right onto South Gannon Avenue
0.3 mi·35 sec·South Gannon Avenue
38
Turn right onto Willowbrook Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Willowbrook Road
39
Arrive at destination
Willowbrook Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 16 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 29
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 23.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
6.6 mi into trip|~12m in|US 1; US 9; US 46
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 9; US 46 toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Palisades Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 72B
Toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Palisades Park
8
17 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
7
18.4 mi into trip|~31m in|I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
18.5 mi into trip|~31m in|I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
7
23.1 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the exit toward NJ 440: Bayonne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 14A
Toward NJ 440: Bayonne
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.64 one way
$11.27 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg11 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$6.10
$12.19
premium
$5.28
$6.63
$13.25
diesel
$6.18
$7.76
$15.52
Estimated Tolls: $16.65
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New Jersey Turnpike
(4.7 mi)$0.65
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$17
Total
$22
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
9.6
0
$3.35
$1.53
Efficient EV
8
0
$2.79
$1.28
EV Truck/SUV
12.8
0
$4.47
$2.04
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Oct 16, 2026
Origin
The Bronx, NY
Late night
in The Bronx on Tuesday
Local time
1:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph91% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued October 16 at 6:13PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 16 at 6:11PM EDT until October 16 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Destination
Willowbrook, NY
Late night
in Willowbrook on Tuesday
Local time
1:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph88% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued October 16 at 6:13PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 16 at 6:11PM EDT until October 16 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
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
1 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
51m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed bag, with 49% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Tonnelle Avenue, the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension, and NJ 440. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll navigate is about 5.1 miles on Tonnelle Avenue. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and potentially more localized road conditions as you progress toward your destination. The overall feel is a practical, functional transit rather than a scenic exploration.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.1 mi on Tonnelle Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near US 1; US 9; US 46.
Driving Effort10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 29 decision points packed into just 31.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (US 1; US 9; US 46): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles (I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
269 ft9 ft
Total Climb
362 ft
Total Descent
281 ft
Highest Point
269 ft
~6.8 mi in
Elevation Range
260 ft
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 Willowbrook, NY, road signs point toward Upper Level, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.1 miles on Tonnelle Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.65 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 3 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 Willowbrook, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (US 1; US 9; US 46): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles (I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Willowbrook, NY before heading back.
