Origin
Bushwick, NY
Evening in Bushwick on Sunday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bushwick, NY to The Bronx, NY
Drive Time
31m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bushwick, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
The Bronx, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Navigating from Bushwick to The Bronx is a straightforward 18.4-mile trip that typically takes about 39 minutes. Since this route keeps you entirely on local roads, you won't need to worry about highway tolls or high-speed congestion. It is a perfect one-day excursion that fits easily into a morning or afternoon schedule. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it remains a very cost-effective way to cross boroughs. Because the journey is entirely within the Northeast region, you will stay in a familiar urban environment throughout the transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense path for anyone needing to move between these two New York City neighborhoods.
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
7.2 miles from Bushwick, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the city streets. You will rely on Cypress Avenue, Flushing Avenue, and Grand Avenue to make your way north, as there is zero percent highway share on this path. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches, the pace is dictated by local traffic patterns and intersections rather than open road cruising. The personality of this drive is strictly urban, requiring frequent gear shifts and careful maneuvering through dense neighborhoods. You should anticipate a constant flow of city activity rather than the monotony of a high-speed interstate grind.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge is the longest continuous segment at about 2.3 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 1.5 miles in near Flushing Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 14.3 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 1.5 miles (Flushing Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.6 miles (NY 895): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Flushing Avenue
Turn right onto Flushing Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
5.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
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I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Manhattan, Bronx
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Manhattan...
8
11.6 mi into trip
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~23m in
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NY 895
Take the exit onto NY 895 toward NY 895 North: Sheridan Boulevard, East 177th Street
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 49
Toward NY 895 North: Sheridan Boulevard, East 1...
6
12 mi into trip
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~24m in
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NY 895
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 895
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
14 mi into trip
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~30m in
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White Plains Road
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Bushwick, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan and Bronx.
Manhattan
5.4 mi in
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~12m
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via I 278
Bronx
5.4 mi in
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~12m
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via I 278
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Robert F. Kennedy Bridge | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Bruckner Expressway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Flushing Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| NY 895 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 69th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Cypress Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
— 2.3 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushwick, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on Linden Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Linden Street
2
Turn left onto Cypress Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cypress Avenue
3
Turn right onto Flushing Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Flushing Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn straight onto Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Grand Avenue
5
Turn left onto 69th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
69th Street
6
Turn left onto Queens Boulevard
285 ft
·
9 sec
·
Queens Boulevard
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 278 East: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
8
Merge onto I 278
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Manhattan, Bronx
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto GCP; I 278
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Grand Central Parkway
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on I 278
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on I 278
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto NY 895
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
NY 895
Exit 49
Toward NY 895 North: Sheridan Boulevard, East 177th Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 895
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
NY 895
15
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 895
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 895
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on NY 895
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Sheridan Boulevard
Toward East 177th Street, East Tremont Avenue
17
Turn left onto East 177th Street
413 ft
·
13 sec
·
East 177th Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto East Tremont Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Tremont Avenue
19
Turn left onto Morris Park Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Morris Park Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 39-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hours will make your transit much smoother. Since there are no scheduled stops, you can complete the entire 18.4 miles in one go without needing a break for fuel or rest. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between the various local avenues, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be disorienting. Because the fuel cost is low at just $3, you won't need to worry about planning for major pit stops along the way. Your best strategy is to stay alert at intersections and enjoy the ease of a quick, direct borough-to-borough trip.
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 7.2 miles from Bushwick, NY, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.3 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 14.3 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.2 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
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 Bushwick, 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 Bushwick, NY
This is one driving day of about 14.3 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bushwick, 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 Robert F. Kennedy Bridge for about 2.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.2 mi from Bushwick, NY · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.2 miles from Bushwick, 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
$2.33 one way
$4.66 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.52 | $5.05 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.18 | $6.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
6:15 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
16 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
31m 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 Bushwick, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 14.3 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Bruckner Expressway, Flushing Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.2 miles from Bushwick, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.33 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 14.3 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 1.5 miles (Flushing Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.6 miles (NY 895): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bushwick, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan and Bronx.
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