Origin
New York City, NY
Evening in New York City on Sunday
Local time
5:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New York City, NY to Bardonia, NY
Drive Time
52m
Distance
35.7 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Bardonia, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are looking to head north out of New York City, the 35.7-mile trip to Bardonia is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 52 minutes. Because this drive is designed as a one-day excursion, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the entire trip, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway. You will be traveling entirely within the Northeast region, transitioning from the city environment into the surrounding New York suburbs. Since the route is entirely highway-focused, it is best suited for drivers comfortable with consistent traffic flow. It serves as a practical, efficient connection between the two points without the need for extensive planning or multiple stops.
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
17.9 miles from New York City, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is defined by a heavy reliance on major thoroughfares, with 76% of the journey spent on highways like the Garden State Parkway, NJ 17, and NJ 3. You should prepare for a consistent, high-speed experience rather than a leisurely backroad cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 10.7-mile segment on the Garden State Parkway, which allows for steady driving once you clear the immediate city congestion. While the character of the road is primarily functional, the mix of these specific highways keeps the pace moving. You will find that the drive feels like a standard interstate commute, prioritizing speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Garden State Parkway and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chambers Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 35.7 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: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles (NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Chambers Street
Turn right onto Chambers Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
0.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the exit toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
8
3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Bou...
8
11.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
9
31.9 mi into trip
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~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Exit 14-1
Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City
Towns Along This Route
Between New York City, NY and Bardonia, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Gsp Toll North and Nanuet.
Jersey City
3 mi in
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~8m
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via NJ 139
Gsp Toll North
20.8 mi in
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~31m
Nanuet
32.4 mi in
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~45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| NJ 17 | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| NJ 3 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| NY 59 | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 304 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| NJ 139 Lower Level | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 10.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Bardonia, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
79 ft
·
7 sec
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Broadway
2
Turn right onto Chambers Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Chambers Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Church Street
215 ft
·
16 sec
·
Church Street
4
Turn left onto Reade Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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Reade Street
5
Turn right onto Hudson Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Hudson Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hudson Street
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
406 ft
·
14 sec
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 78
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Holland Tunnel
9
Continue on I 78
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
14th Street Viaduct
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on NJ 139
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 139 Lower Level
12
Continue on NJ 139
406 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pulaski Skyway
13
Take the exit
420 ft
·
14 sec
Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto NJ 3
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 3
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on NJ 17
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on NJ 17
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
22
Merge onto GSP
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 14-1
Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City
Use the none lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward Nanuet
Use the slight right lane.
25
Continue on Old Nyack Turnpike
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Old Nyack Turnpike
26
Turn left onto Old Turnpike Way
221 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old Turnpike Way
27
Turn right onto NY 59
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 59
Use the right lane.
28
Turn left onto College Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
College Avenue
29
Continue on West Nyack Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Nyack Road
30
Turn left onto NY 304
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 304
31
Arrive at destination
NY 304
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 52-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic is always a smart move to keep your travel time predictable. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops given the short 35.7-mile distance, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you navigate the transition between NJ 3 and the Garden State Parkway, as these major interchanges can be busy. Budgeting $6 for fuel should cover you easily, but checking your tire pressure before leaving the city is a good habit for any highway-heavy drive. Enjoy the convenience of a short trip that gets you from New York City to Bardonia without the fatigue of a long-haul journey.
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 17.9 miles from New York City, NY, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.7 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 35.7 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bardonia, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New York City, 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 New York City, NY
This is one driving day of about 35.7 miles and 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New York City, 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 Garden State Parkway for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from New York City, NY · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from New York City, 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
$5.81 one way
$11.62 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| premium | $4.88 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.64
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Garden State Parkway
(10.7 mi)
$0.64
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
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Bardonia, NY
Evening in Bardonia on Sunday
Local time
5:42 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
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
52m 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 New York City, NY to Bardonia, NY covers 35.7 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden State Parkway, NJ 17, NJ 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from New York City, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.81 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 demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 35.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles (NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between New York City, NY and Bardonia, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Gsp Toll North and Nanuet.
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