Origin
Bergen Beach, NY
Night in Bergen Beach on Wednesday
Local time
10:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 21.9 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Avenue T, Veterans Avenue, East 64th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.9 miles from Bergen Beach, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 21.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue T is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue T | — | — |
| Veterans Avenue | — | — |
| East 64th Street | — | — |
| Ralph Avenue | — | — |
| Remsen Avenue | — | — |
| Kings Highway | — | — |
| Tapscott Street | — | — |
| Howard Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Avenue T
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bergen Beach, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on East 72nd Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
East 72nd Street
2
Turn left onto Avenue T
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Avenue T
3
Turn slight right onto Veterans Avenue
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
4
Turn right onto East 64th Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East 64th Street
5
Turn right onto Ralph Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Ralph Avenue
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Remsen Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Remsen Avenue
7
Turn right onto Kings Highway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Highway
8
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Tapscott Street
9
Continue on Howard Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Howard Avenue
10
Turn right onto Eastern Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Parkway
11
Turn right onto Dean Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Dean Street
12
Turn slight left onto East New York Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
East New York Avenue
13
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
14
Turn left onto Jackie Robinson Parkway
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Bronx
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Bronx
16
Merge slight left onto Van Wyck Expressway
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
17
Merge slight left onto Whitestone Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
18
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
19
Continue on Hutchinson River Expressway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
20
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan
22
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 95 South
23
Merge slight left
1.3 mi
·
1 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward Rosedale Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Rosedale Avenue
25
Turn right onto Rosedale Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Rosedale Avenue
26
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bronx River Avenue
27
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tremont Avenue
28
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
29
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10.9 miles from Bergen Beach, NY, or about 28m into the drive.
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 21.9 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Bergen Beach, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bergen Beach, NY
This is one driving day of about 21.9 miles and 56m.
At 21.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from Bergen Beach, NY · 28m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.9 miles from Bergen Beach, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into The Bronx, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.60 one way
$7.21 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.90 | $7.80 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
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
$4
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Night in The Bronx on Wednesday
Local time
10:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
56m 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 Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 21.9 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue T, Veterans Avenue, East 64th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 miles from Bergen Beach, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.60 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.
The drive from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bergen Beach, NY to The Bronx, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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