Trip from Bridgehampton, NY to The Bronx, NY

Drive Time

2h 14m

Distance

91.6 mi

147 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 5m ★

6 AM

2h 15m

8 AM

2h 34m

10 AM

2h 21m

12 PM

2h 20m

3 PM

2h 22m

5 PM

2h 33m

8 PM

2h 9m

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

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Bridgehampton, NY

Julian Bracero

The Bronx, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Bridgehampton to The Bronx covers 91.6 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes. Because the entire journey is within the Northeast region, you can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a straightforward trip. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should cover your needs for this excursion. You will primarily navigate via the Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, and County Road 39A. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this route offers a practical connection between the East End and the city.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

45.8 miles from Bridgehampton, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from local roads to major thoroughfares. Roughly 53% of your journey will take place on highways, providing a balance of speed and regional navigation. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch while covering 41.4 miles on the Long Island Expressway. The character of the road shifts as you leave the quieter pace of Bridgehampton and merge into the more structured, high-traffic environment of the expressway. Staying alert is key, as the road personality changes significantly from the initial local stretches to the faster, multi-lane highway portions.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Long Island Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 41.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 34.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 91.6 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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

34.4 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road

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

Use the right lane. Exit 57N Toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road

80.4 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport

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 31N-S Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...

80.6 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 31N Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...

84 mi into trip | ~2h in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England

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 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...

90.2 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in

Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue

Towns Along This Route

Between Bridgehampton, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank, Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx and New England.

Cr 16 West: Yaphank

34.4 mi in | ~52m

Kennedy Airport

80.4 mi in | ~1h 54m

Cross Island Parkway North

80.6 mi in | ~1h 55m

Bronx

84 mi in | ~2h

New England

84 mi in | ~2h

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Long Island Expressway	41.4 mi	55m
Sunrise Highway	24.2 mi	31m
County Road 39A	5.5 mi	11m
Montauk Highway	4.7 mi	9m
Horseblock Road	3.9 mi	5m
Cross Bronx Expressway	3.2 mi	4m
Cross Island Parkway	3.1 mi	4m
Throgs Neck Bridge	1.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Long Island Expressway — 41.4 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on CR 79

67 ft · 1 sec · Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike

Turn right onto NY 27

4.7 mi · 9 min · Montauk Highway

Use the right lane.

Take the exit onto NY 27

372 ft · 7 sec · NY 27

Toward NY 27 West: New York

Merge onto NY 27; CR 39A

5.5 mi · 11 min · County Road 39A

Use the none lane.

Continue on NY 27

24 mi · 31 min · Sunrise Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 23 sec

Exit 57N Toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road Use the right lane.

Turn left onto CR 56

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Victory Avenue

Turn right onto CR 16

3.9 mi · 5 min · Horseblock Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Express Drive North

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Express Drive North

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward I 495 WEST: New York

Merge onto I 495

41 mi · 55 min · Long Island Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 31N-S Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 31N Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto CI

3.1 mi · 4 min · Cross Island Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 295

1.8 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge

Continue on I 295

0.7 mi · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 295

3.2 mi · 4 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Rosedale Avenue

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Rosedale Avenue

Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue

283 ft · 11 sec · Bronx River Avenue

Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Tremont Avenue

Turn left onto White Plains Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · White Plains Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Cruger Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Cruger Avenue

Arrive at destination

Cruger Avenue

Trip Plan

Planning your departure is essential, as traffic patterns on the Long Island Expressway can fluctuate significantly throughout the day. Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to make the trip in one go without needing intermediate stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when leaving Bridgehampton to ensure you are set for the 91.6-mile trek. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid peak commuting hours to keep your travel time closer to the estimated 2 hours and 14 minutes. A helpful tip is to check real-time traffic alerts for the Long Island Expressway before you pull out of your driveway to avoid unexpected delays.

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 45.8 miles from Bridgehampton, NY, or about 1h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 45.8 miles or 1h 8m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 47m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bridgehampton, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Bridgehampton, NY

This is one driving day of about 91.6 miles and 2h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bridgehampton, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Long Island Expressway for about 41.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 45.8 mi from Bridgehampton, NY · 1h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brentwood, NY

46 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

Jamaica, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Smithtown, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Bridgehampton, 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

$14.91 one way

$29.82 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$16.16	$32.32
premium	$4.88	$17.61	$35.22
diesel	$5.64	$20.35	$40.70

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Throgs Neck 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

$15

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.5	$9.62	$4.40
Efficient EV	22.9	$8.01	$3.66
EV Truck/SUV	36.6	$12.82	$5.86

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Bridgehampton, NY

Afternoon in Bridgehampton on Sunday

Local time

4:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

The Bronx, NY

Afternoon in The Bronx on Sunday

Local time

4:29 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

28 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 14m 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 Bridgehampton, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 91.6 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, County Road 39A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 45.8 miles from Bridgehampton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.91 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.

Between Bridgehampton, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank, Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx and New England.

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Trip from Bridgehampton, NY to The Bronx, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in The Bronx, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bridgehampton, NY

The Bronx, NY

Same local time

28 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 14m on the road

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