Traveling from Montebello to The Bronx covers 36.2 miles, a journey that typically takes about 46 minutes depending on traffic. Since this is a straightforward one-day trip, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or a complex itinerary. You will spend roughly $6 on fuel for the trek, making it a very economical commute. The route keeps you entirely on local roads, avoiding highways for the duration of the trip. Whether you are heading into the city for business or personal errands, this transit is manageable and direct. It serves as a practical connection between these two points in New York, offering a simple travel experience without the need for extensive planning.
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
16 miles from Montebello, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 24m into the drive
.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate via Vivian Place, Viola Road, and Haverstraw Road, moving through the Northeast corridor without ever touching a highway. With a 0% highway share, the experience is defined by constant maneuvering rather than long, open stretches of road. In fact, your longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Vivian Place, meaning you should be prepared for frequent stops and turns. This profile creates a unique, technical driving environment that feels quite different from the typical high-speed interstate grind.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and NJ 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 74 / Viola Road.
Route Complexity10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 32.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 74 / Viola Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 74 / Viola Road
Turn left onto CR 74 / Viola Road
Navigation decision point
6
17.4 mi into trip|~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
6
24.5 mi into trip|~36m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
7
30.4 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
6
31.4 mi into trip|~47m in|White Plains Road
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left 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 The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.
Gsp South: Paterson
17.3 mi in|~25m
Fort Lee
17.3 mi in|~25m
New York
17.3 mi in|~25m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NJ 17
10.9 mi
14m
NJ 4
6.7 mi
9m
Orange Avenue
3.5 mi
5m
Cross Bronx Expressway
2.9 mi
3m
I 95 EXPR
1.5 mi
2m
Haverstraw Road
1.4 mi
2m
Wayne Avenue
1 mi
2m
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 10.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montebello, NY and The Bronx, 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
11 mi·14 min·NJ 17
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
11
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi·24 sec·NJ 4
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi·8 min·NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington BridgeUse the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi·54 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
16
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
18
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi·3 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
21
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Noble Avenue
22
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Bronx River Avenue
23
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
24
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 46-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to account for local traffic patterns. Because the entire route consists of local roads, keep your eyes peeled for intersection changes and navigation alerts. You will not need to plan for formal rest stops given the short distance, but keeping your fuel tank topped off for the $6 trip is a smart way to ensure a smooth arrival. Since the route relies heavily on local streets, ensure your GPS is updated before you pull out of Montebello. Use the lack of highway travel to your advantage by focusing on your lane position through the various turns along the way.
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 16 miles from Montebello, NY, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 32 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Montebello, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montebello, NY
This is one driving day of about 32.1 miles and 50m.
At 32.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on NJ 17 for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Montebello, NY
· 24m into the drive
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Montebello, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into The Bronx, 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
$5.28 one way
$10.57 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg11 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$5.71
$11.43
premium
$4.92
$6.22
$12.44
diesel
$5.61
$7.09
$14.17
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
George Washington Bridge
$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
$5
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
9.6
0
$3.37
$1.54
Efficient EV
8
0
$2.81
$1.28
EV Truck/SUV
12.8
0
$4.49
$2.05
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 13, 2026
Origin
Montebello, NY
Night
in Montebello on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 10 to 16 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Night
in The Bronx on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 14 to 20 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM 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
3 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
50m 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 The Bronx, NY covers 32.1 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 17, NJ 4, 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 16 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 $5.28 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 15 decision points packed into just 32.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 74 / Viola Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Montebello, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.
