Origin
Mount Vernon, NY
Evening in Mount Vernon on Sunday
Local time
5:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Vernon, NY to The Bronx, NY
Drive Time
13m
Distance
6.3 mi
10 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Vernon, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
The Bronx, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Mount Vernon to The Bronx is a quick, 6.5-mile journey that typically takes about 16 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Gramatan Avenue, West 1st Street, and West Lincoln Avenue, as this route involves zero highway driving. With a fuel budget of just $1, it is an extremely economical trip for your commute or local errands. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the entire drive. It is a straightforward, practical connection that functions best as a direct, no-fuss transit between these two New York points.
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
3.2 miles from Mount Vernon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain entirely on navigating city streets and urban intersections. You won't find any long, open stretches here; in fact, the longest segment is 0 miles on Gramatan Avenue, meaning you should stay alert for frequent turns and traffic signals. This road personality is defined by its stop-and-go nature, requiring your full attention as you move between the two points. It is a functional, technical drive that demands you keep your eyes on the local street signs rather than settling into a cruise-control rhythm.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bronx River Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Gramatan Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.3 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Gramatan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Bronx River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Gramatan Avenue
Turn left onto Gramatan Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Bronx River Parkway
Merge onto Bronx River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m 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
5.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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Boston Road
Turn right onto Boston Road
Navigation decision point
6
6 mi into trip
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~12m in
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White Plains Road
Turn right onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Mount Vernon, NY to The Bronx, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Brp South along the way.
Brp South
1.6 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bronx River Parkway | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Bronx River Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mount Vernon Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Bronx Park East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| White Plains Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Fordham Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boston Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bronx River Parkway
— 3.5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on East Prospect Avenue
56 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Prospect Avenue
2
Turn left onto Gramatan Avenue
361 ft
·
13 sec
·
Gramatan Avenue
3
Turn right onto West 1st Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
West 1st Street
4
Turn right onto West Lincoln Avenue
221 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Lincoln Avenue
5
Turn left onto Mount Vernon Avenue
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Mount Vernon Avenue
6
Turn left onto Bronx River Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bronx River Road
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward BRP South
8
Merge onto Bronx River Parkway
3.5 mi
·
5 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 short 16-minute duration, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should always account for local urban traffic patterns. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 6.5-mile distance is easily completed in one go. Keep your $1 fuel budget handy, as it is more than sufficient to cover the costs for this brief stretch. Because this route relies on Gramatan Avenue and West 1st Street, try to anticipate your turns well in advance to navigate the intersections smoothly. Use the drive's brevity to your advantage, knowing that you can reach your destination quickly without the need for complex travel logistics or rest breaks.
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 3.2 miles from Mount Vernon, NY, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.5 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 6.3 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.2 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, NY
This is one driving day of about 6.3 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mount Vernon, 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 Bronx River Parkway for about 3.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.2 mi from Mount Vernon, NY · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.2 miles from Mount Vernon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.03 one way
$2.05 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $1.11 | $2.22 |
| premium | $4.88 | $1.21 | $2.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.55 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
The Bronx, NY
Evening in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
5:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
17 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
13m 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 Mount Vernon, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 6.3 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bronx River Parkway, Bronx River Road, Mount Vernon Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.2 miles from Mount Vernon, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.03 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Gramatan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Bronx River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mount Vernon, NY to The Bronx, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Brp South along the way.
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