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Trip from Ghent, NY to The Bronx, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 43m

Distance

116 mi

187 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 33m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 38m

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

town in New York state

Ghent, NY

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borough of New York City, New York, United States

The Bronx, NY

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Trip Overview

Ghent to The Bronx is 116 miles and takes about 2h 43m via Taconic State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily utilizes the Taconic State Parkway, offering a highway-focused experience for a straightforward trip within New York. You'll be traveling from the Northeast region to the Northeast region, maintaining a consistent feel throughout the journey. With a recommended one-day duration and a short travel time, this route is ideal for a quick and efficient transit.

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

58 miles from Ghent, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Taconic State Parkway 76.7 mi 1h 44m
Sprain Brook Parkway 12.8 mi 17m
NY 9H 7.4 mi 10m
NY 66 6.9 mi 10m
Bronx River Parkway 6 mi 9m
State Highway 82 4.8 mi 6m
Bronx Park East 0.3 mi <1m
White Plains Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Taconic State Parkway — 76.7 mi, about 1h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Garage Place Road

57 ft · 6 sec · Garage Place Road
2

Turn right onto NY 66; CR 9

6.9 mi · 10 min · NY 66; CR 9
3

Turn left onto NY 9H

7.4 mi · 10 min · NY 9H
4

Turn left onto NY 82

4.8 mi · 6 min · State Highway 82
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 1 min
6

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

77 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Taconic State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway

13 mi · 17 min · Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on Bronx River Parkway

6.0 mi · 9 min · Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 39 sec
Exit 7E Toward Pelham Parkway Use the right lane.
10

Turn straight onto US 1

0.2 mi · 41 sec · East Fordham Road
11

Turn right onto Boston Road

524 ft · 20 sec · Boston Road
12

Continue on Bronx Park East

0.3 mi · 58 sec · Bronx Park East
13

Turn right onto White Plains Road

301 ft · 10 sec · White Plains Road
Use the right lane.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto White Plains Road

0.2 mi · 39 sec · White Plains Road
15

Turn left onto Sagamore Street

95 ft · 5 sec · Sagamore Street
16

Turn left onto Cruger Avenue

439 ft · 24 sec · Cruger Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

Cruger Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 2h 43m duration and 116-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of daylight and less traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $19, you can maintain a steady pace. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 76.7 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, so plan your refueling before embarking on this segment if needed.

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 58 miles from Ghent, NY, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.7 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 26 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 58 miles or 1h 21m 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 Ghent, 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 Ghent, NY

This is one driving day of about 116 miles and 2h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Ghent, 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 Taconic State Parkway for about 76.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Dutchess County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beekman, NY

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.

Popular next leg

Beekman, NY to The Bronx, NY

61.3 mi · 1h 28m

Pacing Suggestions

Ancram, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beekman, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58 miles from Ghent, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Taconic State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50 mile 107.8

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bronx, New York

2.3 mi

Cafe Mutton

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hudson, New York

2.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 107.8

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Hangars Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lagrangeville, New York

2.5 mi

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50 mile 107.8

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

Cafe Mutton

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 8.3

Hudson, New York

Hours: 5–9 pm

+15186716230

Visit website

An Beal Bocht Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17188847127

Visit website

Lake House Restaurant and Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $50 to $10 mile 74.6

Mahopac, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+18456215200

Visit website

The Iron Furnace Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 49.7

Verbank, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+18456051400

Visit website

Seconds Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 8.3

Athens, New York

Hours: Closed

+18389450702

Visit website

Millbrook Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $30 to $50 mile 41.4

Millbrook, New York

Hours: 5–9 pm

+18456776956

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 107.8

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Hangars Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 49.7

Lagrangeville, New York

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18456051991

Visit website

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 107.8

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 49.7

Lagrangeville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 24.9

Ancram, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

1.5 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 74.6

Mahopac, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

Kensico Dam Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 99.5

Valhalla, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19142314033

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 116

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 116

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

Isham Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 116

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Cranberry Lake Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 99.5

West Harrison, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+19144281005

Visit website

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 116

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186816000

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 116

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Yankee Stadium

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 116

Bronx, New York

+12129265337

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 19.5 and 115.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
19.5 mi into trip | ~28m in | Taconic State Parkway

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
96.2 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in | Sprain Brook Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
115 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in

Take the exit toward Pelham Parkway

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

Use the right lane. Exit 7E Toward Pelham Parkway
5
115.3 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in | Boston Road

Turn right onto Boston Road

Navigation decision point

6
115.7 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | White Plains Road

Turn right onto White Plains Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.09 one way

$38.19 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $20.65 $41.29
premium $4.92 $22.48 $44.97
diesel $5.61 $25.61 $51.22

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: 40.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.8 0 $12.18 $5.57
Efficient EV 29 0 $10.15 $4.64
EV Truck/SUV 46.4 0 $16.24 $7.42

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Ghent, NY

Afternoon in Ghent on Saturday

Local time

1:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

The Bronx, NY

Afternoon in The Bronx on Saturday

Local time

1:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

7 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 43m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 116
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 116
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 116
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 116
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 116
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 116
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of the drive taking place on major parkways. You'll experience long stretches of uninterrupted driving, including a significant 76.7-mile segment on the Taconic State Parkway. Expect a consistent driving pace, as the primary roads like the Taconic State Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway are designed for efficient travel. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, minimizing transitions between different types of roadways.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.7 mi on Taconic State Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in near Taconic State Parkway.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 116 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.2 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 115 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in The Bronx, NY

Full guide →

“The Boogie Down” · Founded 1898

The Bronx is one of the five boroughs of New York. Known for Yankee Stadium, the home field of the New York Yankees baseball team, it has been a borough of New York City since 1898. The vast Bronx Zoo houses hundreds of species of animals. Nearby, the sprawling New York Botanical Garden features a landmark greenhouse with rainforest and cactus displays. By the Hudson River, Wave Hill is a landscaped public garden with wooded paths and a cultural center.

Top landmarks

  • New York Botanical Garden — botanical garden in the Bronx, New York City
  • Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in the Bronx, New York City
  • Hall of Fame for Great Americans — architectural structure

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 116 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 76.7 miles on Taconic State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at The Bronx, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.2 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 115 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at The Bronx, NY before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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