Drive Time
6h 33m
Distance
329.6 mi
530 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
Photo: Renan Tagliaferro
Spanning 322.7 miles from the northern reaches of Mooers to the urban landscape of the Bronx, this trip covers the vertical length of New York State. You should budget approximately 5 hours and 20 minutes of total travel time, making this a long but manageable single-day journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $51, it is a straightforward transit for those looking to reach the city from the Canadian border region. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you should prepare for a more involved experience than a standard interstate cruise. It is best suited for a single-day push, though the duration requires consistent focus to avoid fatigue.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
164.8 miles from Mooers, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .
Expect a hands-on driving experience as this route moves away from high-speed, long-distance highway travel. The character of the road is defined by its turn-heavy local nature, meaning you will face frequent adjustments rather than long, monotonous stretches of interstate. With a highway share of 0%, you should anticipate a drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through various local corridors. The road conditions change significantly as you transition from the rural northern terrain of Mooers toward the dense infrastructure of the Bronx. You will spend the entire duration on local roads, so be ready for a drive that feels more technical than a typical highway trek.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 180.8 miles in near I 87.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 329.6 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 180.8 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 299.3 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Between Mooers, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
Albany
New York
Buffalo
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Northway | 173.6 mi | 3h 22m |
| I 87 | 118.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| NJ 17 | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| State Route 11 | 6 mi | 6m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| I 95 EXPR | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| NY 17 | 0.9 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mooers, NY and The Bronx, NY.
Start on Hemmingford Road
Turn left onto US 11
Turn left onto US 11
Continue on US 11
Enter roundabout
Continue
Merge onto I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
Continue on I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 4
Continue on NJ 4
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Take the exit
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
Turn right onto Noble 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 destination
To make the most of this 5 hour and 20 minute trek, try to depart early in the morning to navigate the busier areas of the southern leg before evening traffic peaks. Since the route relies entirely on local roads, keep a close watch on your navigation, as turn-heavy paths can be easy to miscalculate. Factor the $51 fuel budget into your plans early, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a trip that lacks the predictable rhythm of an interstate. Because you will be on local roads for the full 322.7 miles, plan for frequent, shorter rest breaks rather than expecting long, uninterrupted cruising stretches. Staying alert is vital, as the constant navigation required by this specific road profile can be mentally taxing over such a long distance.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.8 miles or 3h 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 5h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Mooers, 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 Mooers, NY
This is one driving day of about 329.6 miles and 6h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.8 mi from Mooers, NY · 3h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 164.8 miles from Mooers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 173.6 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$53.66 one way
$107.31 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $58.15 | $116.29 |
| premium | $4.88 | $63.36 | $126.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $73.23 | $146.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$54
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.9 | 1 | $34.61 | $15.82 |
| Efficient EV | 82.4 | 0 | $28.84 | $13.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.8 | 1 | $46.14 | $21.09 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Mooers on Sunday
Local time
7:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
7:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
48°F
Albany, NY
165 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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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