Origin
Montebello, NY
Night in Montebello on Wednesday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montebello, NY to New York City, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
37.4 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
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.
Montebello, NY
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New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 37.4 miles from Montebello to New York City is a straightforward transit that typically takes about 55 minutes. Since this is a short, efficient trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via NJ 17, NJ 3, and Orange Avenue to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel makes this a very cost-effective commute within the Northeast. Whether you are heading into the city for work or a quick visit, the direct nature of this route keeps your travel stress to a minimum. It is an ideal choice for those who prefer a fast, no-nonsense connection between these two New York locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.7 miles from Montebello, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 63% of this 37.4-mile journey takes place on major roads. You will settle into the flow of traffic quickly, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 19.5 miles specifically on NJ 17. The transition from the suburban feel of Montebello into the density of New York City happens steadily as you move through these primary corridors. While you will encounter a mix of highway speed and local road navigation, the route remains consistent and predictable. Navigating these main arteries allows you to maintain a steady pace throughout the hour-long drive.
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.
NJ 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
418 ft
-4 ft
Total Climb
232 ft
Total Descent
534 ft
Highest Point
418 ft
~6.2 mi in
Elevation Range
422 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and NJ 3. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33 miles in near US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 37.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33 miles (US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles (I 78 / Holland Tunnel): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
33 mi into trip
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~44m in
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US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
8
33.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
6
34.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 78 / Holland Tunnel
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 / Holland Tunnel toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
6
36.7 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Brooklyn
6
37 mi into trip
|
~54m in
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Broadway
Turn right onto Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Montebello, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
Jersey City
33 mi in
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~44m
|
via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
33 mi in
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~44m
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via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
33.1 mi in
|
~45m
Manhattan
34.7 mi in
|
~48m
|
via I 78
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 19.5 mi | 24m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Orange Avenue | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 2 mi | 4m |
| Haverstraw Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Wayne Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Conrail Viaduct | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 19.5 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montebello, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on this road
118 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Vivian Place
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Vivian Place
3
Turn left onto CR 74
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Viola Road
4
Turn left onto US 202
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Haverstraw Road
5
Continue on US 202
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wayne Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 202; 59
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Orange Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
8
Merge onto NJ 17
20 mi
·
24 min
·
NJ 17
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
10
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
15
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
16
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
18
Take the exit
305 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though keep in mind that traffic volume can impact your 55-minute estimate. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops along the way since the total distance is under 40 miles. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Montebello, as your $6 estimated fuel cost will cover the entire trip efficiently. A helpful tip for this route is to monitor real-time traffic conditions on NJ 17 and NJ 3 before you pull out of your driveway. Taking this proactive approach ensures you can adjust your timing to avoid the heaviest congestion on these critical highway stretches.
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 18.7 miles from Montebello, NY, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.5 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 37 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.7 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Montebello, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montebello, NY
This is one driving day of about 37.4 miles and 55m.
At 37.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on NJ 17 for about 19.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.7 mi from Montebello, NY · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Montebello, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York City, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into New York City, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.16 one way
$12.31 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.66 | $13.31 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
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
$6
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.39 |
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.
Destination
New York City, NY
Night in New York City on Wednesday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 7 to 14 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:25PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
22 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Montebello, NY to New York City, NY covers 37.4 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 17, NJ 3, Orange Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.7 miles from Montebello, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.16 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 short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 37.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 33 miles (US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles (I 78 / Holland Tunnel): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Montebello, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -4 ft to 418 ft elevation with about 232 ft of total climbing.
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