Drive Time
24m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Photo: Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling from Corona to The Bronx is a quick, 10.2-mile journey that typically takes about 24 minutes to complete. Because this trip is entirely contained within the Northeast region of New York, it is perfect for a one-day excursion. You will navigate primarily through local streets like 108th Street and Northern Boulevard, with some travel on I-678, making it a very manageable commute. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to make this a simple point-to-point trip without needing to plan an overnight stay.
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
5.1 miles from Corona, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate haul. This route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend your time navigating through neighborhood streets and urban corridors. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on 108th Street, keeping you engaged with constant maneuvering. It is a practical, functional drive that requires your full attention on city navigation. Prepare for a stop-and-go pace that is characteristic of navigating through these dense, connected urban areas.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Corona, NY to The Bronx, NY is easy. At 24m 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 Corona, NY to The Bronx, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 108th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northern Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 678 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Whitestone Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hutchinson River Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rosedale Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Corona, NY and The Bronx, NY.
Start on 45th Avenue
Turn left onto 108th Street
Turn right onto Northern Boulevard
Take the ramp slight left toward I 678: Van Wyck Expressway, Kennedy Airport, Whitestone Bridge
Merge slight right onto Whitestone Expressway
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
Continue on Hutchinson River Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Rosedale Avenue
Turn right onto Rosedale Avenue
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Given the short distance and urban nature of this 10.2-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip is only 24 minutes long, you won't need to worry about pacing or scheduling rest stops along the way. Keep a close eye on local traffic patterns when exiting Corona, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be sensitive to congestion. Since your fuel cost is estimated at only $2, you can easily handle the drive on a single tank without needing to budget for extra fill-ups. Your best strategy is to stay alert for the frequent turns required as you transition from local roads onto I-678.
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.
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 10.2 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.1 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Corona, 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 Corona, NY
This is one driving day of about 10.2 miles and 24m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.1 mi from Corona, NY · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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.
A short stop after about 10.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Corona, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$1.66 one way
$3.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
| premium | $4.88 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.27 | $4.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
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
$2
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Corona on Saturday
Local time
8:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in The Bronx on Saturday
Local time
8:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
57°F
Richmond Hill, NY
5 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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