Trip from Jamaica, NY to Bardonia, NY

Drive Time

55m

Distance

38 mi

61 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min

4 AM

0h 51m ★

6 AM

0h 56m

8 AM

1h 5m

10 AM

0h 59m

12 PM

0h 58m

3 PM

0h 59m

5 PM

1h 4m

8 PM

0h 53m

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

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Jamaica, NY

Mateusz Walendzik

Bardonia, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel the 38 miles from Jamaica, NY, to Bardonia, NY, expect a straightforward journey that typically takes about 55 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as it is a quick, efficient connection within the Northeast region. You will primarily navigate the Van Wyck Expressway, I-95, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel makes this an economical choice for a short-haul excursion. Since the entire route is contained within New York, you won't need to worry about crossing state lines or dealing with complex regional shifts. Ultimately, this is a practical commute that gets you from point A to point B without requiring 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

19 miles from Jamaica, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 90% of this drive is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel on high-speed roads, providing a consistent pace throughout the 55-minute duration. The drive features a notable 18.4-mile stretch along the Palisades Interstate Parkway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. While the route lacks technical local roads, the transition from urban expressways to the parkway system defines the personality of this drive. It is a functional, no-nonsense path designed for travelers who prioritize speed and directness over secondary scenic routes.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Palisades Interstate Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 18.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Palisades Interstate Parkway and Van Wyck Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Liberty Avenue.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 38 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 0.2 miles (Liberty Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | Liberty Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

10.3 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut

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 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: Geor...

10.5 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washingto...

10.8 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 95 South

17.6 mi into trip | ~26m in | Palisades Interstate Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Palisades Interstate Parkway toward Palisades Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 74 Toward Palisades Parkway

Towns Along This Route

Between Jamaica, NY and Bardonia, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut and Upper Level.

Manhattan

10.3 mi in | ~15m

New Haven Connecticut

10.3 mi in | ~15m

Upper Level

15.9 mi in | ~23m | via I 95; US 1

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Palisades Interstate Parkway	18.4 mi	25m
Van Wyck Expressway	5.7 mi	7m
I 95	4.8 mi	6m
Whitestone Expressway	2 mi	2m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge	1.3 mi	1m
NY 304	1 mi	1m
Hutchinson River Expressway	0.8 mi	1m
Trans-Manhattan Expressway	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Palisades Interstate Parkway — 18.4 mi, about 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, NY and Bardonia, NY.

Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way

303 ft · 17 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way

Turn right onto Pinegrove Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Pinegrove Street

At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue

435 ft · 13 sec · Liberty Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Van Wyck Expressway East

77 ft · 1 sec · Van Wyck Expressway East

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx

Merge onto I 678

5.7 mi · 7 min · Van Wyck Expressway

Use the none / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 678

2.0 mi · 2 min · Whitestone Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge

Continue on I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 95 South Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 95

4.8 mi · 6 min · I 95

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Toward Upper Level

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Keep slight right at fork onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

18 mi · 25 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway

Exit 74 Toward Palisades Parkway Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Exit 8W Toward NY 59 West: Spring Valley Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto NY 59

0.3 mi · 24 sec · Route 59

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 59 sec

Toward NY 304 North: New City

Turn straight onto NY 304

1.0 mi · 1 min · NY 304

Arrive at destination

NY 304

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short 38-mile drive, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time, though keeping an eye on local traffic patterns is always wise. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this trip, you can complete the journey in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. You should ensure your tank is ready for the road, as the $6 fuel estimate assumes you are starting with a reasonable amount of gas. A key tip for this route is to stay alert when transitioning between the Van Wyck Expressway and I-95, as these busy arteries require quick navigation. Use this hour-long window to prepare for your arrival in Bardonia, knowing that the route is short enough to easily manage in a single, stress-free morning or afternoon block.

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 19 miles from Jamaica, NY, or about 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.4 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 38 miles or 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 19 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 46m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Jamaica, 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 Jamaica, NY

This is one driving day of about 38 miles and 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jamaica, 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 Palisades Interstate Parkway for about 18.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 19 mi from Jamaica, NY · 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

The Bronx, NY

19 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

The Bronx, NY to Bardonia, NY

26.4 mi · 40m

Pacing Suggestions

Greenburgh, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

The Bronx, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19 miles from Jamaica, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bardonia, NY

The final approach into Bardonia, 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 Bardonia, 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

$6.19 one way

$12.37 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$6.70	$13.41
premium	$4.88	$7.31	$14.61
diesel	$5.64	$8.44	$16.88

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

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	11.4	$3.99	$1.82
Efficient EV	9.5	$3.32	$1.52
EV Truck/SUV	15.2	$5.32	$2.43

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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 3 days ago

Origin

Jamaica, NY

Evening in Jamaica on Sunday

Local time

5:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bardonia, NY

Evening in Bardonia on Sunday

Local time

5:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°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

21 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

55m 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 Jamaica, NY to Bardonia, NY covers 38 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Palisades Interstate Parkway, Van Wyck Expressway, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 19 miles from Jamaica, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.19 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 Jamaica, NY and Bardonia, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut and Upper Level.

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Trip from Jamaica, NY to Bardonia, 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 Bardonia, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Jamaica, NY

Bardonia, NY

Same local time

21 degrees warmer at arrival

55m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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