Origin
Newark, NY
Afternoon in Newark on Thursday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newark, NY to The Bronx, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 14m
Distance
294.7 mi
474 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 2m
★
6 AM
6h 15m
8 AM
6h 40m
10 AM
6h 24m
12 PM
6h 21m
3 PM
6h 25m
5 PM
6h 39m
8 PM
6h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newark, NY
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The Bronx, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Newark, NY, to The Bronx, NY, covers a distance of 318 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 17 minutes of driving time. Because this route is best completed in a single day, you should prepare for a solid block of time behind the wheel. You can expect to spend approximately $50 on fuel for the journey. Navigating this path involves traveling along East Union Street, State Route 31, and Forgham Street. Since both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast, you will remain within the same regional context throughout your trip. It is a straightforward trek that works well as a one-day excursion if you account for the driving duration.
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
147.3 miles from Newark, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 14m. Total distance: 294.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 14m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate sprint, as this route features a highway share of 0%. You will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 318-mile trip, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on East Union Street, underscoring the frequent turns and local nature of the path. This profile makes for a more technical driving experience compared to a standard highway haul. By avoiding high-speed interstates, you get a much closer look at the local landscape as you transition from Newark toward the metropolitan environment of The Bronx.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 57 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 37 significant decision points across 294.7 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: at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 170.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 37 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
13.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
20.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
170.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
|
US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
285.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
285.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newark, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono and Milford.
Clyde
20.3 mi in
|
~25m
Mt Pocono
170.6 mi in
|
~3h 41m
|
via US 6
Milford
171.4 mi in
|
~3h 42m
|
via I 84; I 380
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Clark Street Road | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Geneva Street | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| New York State Thruway | 6.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on NY 88
32 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 31
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Union Street
3
Continue on NY 31
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 31
4
Continue on NY 31
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Forgham Street
5
Turn right onto NY 14
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Geneva Street
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
8
Merge onto I 90
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
New York State Thruway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
7 sec
11
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 414
12
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NY 318
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
14
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Street
16
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Dill Street
17
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
·
16 sec
·
Loop Road
18
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Genesee Street
19
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Street Road
20
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Lake Street
21
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
East Lake Road
22
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
23
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Lake Road
24
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 41
25
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
26
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
28
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
33
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
34
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
36
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
38
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
·
Degraw Avenue
40
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
41
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
42
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
43
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
45
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
47
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
49
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
51
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
52
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Noble Avenue
53
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Bronx River Avenue
54
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tremont Avenue
55
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
56
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
57
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 17-minute duration, plan to depart early in the morning to maximize your daylight hours on the road. Since this is a local road route, anticipate slower speeds and more frequent stops than you would find on a major highway. You should budget for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be mentally demanding. Keep your $50 fuel budget in mind and try to fill up before leaving Newark to avoid searching for stations during the more technical portions of the trip. The lack of highway miles offers great flexibility, so adjust your pace to account for local traffic patterns throughout the day.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.3 miles from Newark, NY, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 65 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.3 miles or 3h 13m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Newark, 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 Newark, NY
This is one driving day of about 294.7 miles and 6h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Newark, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 147.3 mi from Newark, NY · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 147.3 miles from Newark, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.
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
$48.51 one way
$97.02 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $52.45 | $104.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $57.12 | $114.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $65.07 | $130.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.32
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(6.3 mi)
$0.32
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
$49
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.94 | $14.15 |
| Efficient EV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.79 | $11.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.9 | 1 | $41.26 | $18.86 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Afternoon in The Bronx on Thursday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 14m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Newark, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 294.7 miles and takes about 6h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, I 380. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 147.3 miles from Newark, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 37 significant decision points across 294.7 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: at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 170.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Newark, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono and Milford.
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