Origin
Austerlitz, NY
Afternoon in Austerlitz on Sunday
Local time
1:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Austerlitz, NY to The Bronx, NY
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
115.1 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Photo: Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Austerlitz to The Bronx covers 123.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire trip. Since you are staying within New York, you will remain in the Northeast region for the duration of the drive. This route is an ideal choice if you prefer a direct local connection rather than a long-haul interstate haul. It provides a straightforward path for travelers looking to move between these two points efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from Austerlitz, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this route features a 0% highway share, trading high-speed lanes for winding local roads that shift as you transition toward your destination. You will find that the lack of long, uninterrupted stretches keeps the pace dynamic and engaging throughout the 123.5-mile journey. Navigating these technical turns requires a bit more focus than a typical interstate trek, but it offers a more grounded driving experience. Prepare for a steady, hands-on trip where the road’s character evolves constantly as you make your way south.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 22 and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 97.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 115.1 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 97.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.4 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.1 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
97.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
5
99.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
|
Hutchinson River Parkway
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
107.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Whitestone Bridge
8
110.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Pelham Manor, New Rochelle
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.
Exit 4
Toward US 1: Pelham Manor, New Rochelle
5
114.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
|
White Plains Road
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Austerlitz, NY to The Bronx, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
New York City
97.9 mi in
|
~2h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 22 | 59.6 mi | 1h 28m |
| I 684 | 27.4 mi | 32m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| State Route 22 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Boston Road | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| White Plains Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Boston Post Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cruger Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NY 22
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austerlitz, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on NY 22
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 22
2
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 22
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 22
3
Turn slight left onto NY 22
60 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
NY 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on I 684
27 mi
·
32 min
·
I 684
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 4
Toward US 1: Pelham Manor, New Rochelle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boston Post Road
10
Continue on US 1
3.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Boston Road
11
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto White Plains Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
White Plains Road
13
Turn left onto Sagamore Street
95 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sagamore Street
14
Turn left onto Cruger Avenue
439 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 10 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip is short and requires no planned stops, you can easily tailor your schedule to avoid peak local traffic patterns. Keep in mind that with no highway segments, your travel time may fluctuate based on road conditions, so factor in a little extra time for the winding sections. An excellent way to manage this drive is to ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $19 estimate is based on a direct, non-stop run. Staying alert on these local turns is the best way to ensure a smooth and stress-free arrival in The Bronx.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from Austerlitz, NY, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 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 80 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
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 Austerlitz, 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 Austerlitz, NY
This is one driving day of about 115.1 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Austerlitz, 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 22 for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.6 mi from Austerlitz, NY · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.6 miles from Austerlitz, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
The final approach into The Bronx, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around The Bronx, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.74 one way
$37.48 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $20.31 | $40.61 |
| premium | $4.88 | $22.13 | $44.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.57 | $51.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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.
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Afternoon in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
1:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
2h 45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Austerlitz, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 115.1 miles and takes about 2h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NY 22, I 684, Hutchinson River Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.6 miles from Austerlitz, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 115.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 97.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.4 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.1 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Austerlitz, NY to The Bronx, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
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