Origin
Poughkeepsie, NY
Afternoon in Poughkeepsie on Sunday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Poughkeepsie, NY to The Bronx, NY
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
68.6 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Poughkeepsie, NY
Clément Proust
The Bronx, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Stretching 68.6 miles from Poughkeepsie to The Bronx, this drive serves as a straightforward connection within the Northeast region. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 40 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a fuel cost of approximately $11, it is an economical trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of US 9, US 6, and the Sprain Brook Parkway to reach your destination. Whether you are commuting or heading south for a visit, this route provides a reliable transit corridor between the Hudson Valley and New York City.
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
34.3 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 96% highway-focused route is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely cruising. You will spend the vast majority of your time on high-speed roads, beginning with a significant 30.1-mile stretch on US 9. The experience shifts from the more open lanes near Poughkeepsie to the structured flow of the Sprain Brook Parkway as you approach the city. Because the path is almost entirely highway-based, the drive maintains a consistent pace throughout the 1 hour and 40 minutes behind the wheel. Prepare for a steady, focused experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 9 and US 6. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 68.6 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 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.5 miles (US 6; US 9; US 202): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit toward US 9: Hyde Park, Wappingers Falls
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 US 9: Hyde Park, Wappingers Falls
8
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward US 44 West, NY 55 West, US 9 South: Wappingers Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 44 West, NY 55 West, US 9 South: Wapp...
6
31.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
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US 6; US 9; US 202
Enter roundabout onto US 6; US 9; US 202 toward Peekskill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward Peekskill
6
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
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Sprain Brook Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
67.5 mi into trip
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~1h 36m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Poughkeepsie, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Peekskill and New York City.
Peekskill
31.5 mi in
|
~42m
|
via US 6; US 9; US 202
New York City
46.4 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 9 | 30.1 mi | 40m |
| US 6 | 14.9 mi | 23m |
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| Bronx River Parkway | 6 mi | 9m |
| Taconic State Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Mill Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Bronx Park East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Columbus Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 9
— 30.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poughkeepsie, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on Reservoir Square
48 ft
·
2 sec
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Reservoir Square
2
Continue on South Clinton Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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South Clinton Street
3
Turn left onto Little Smith Street
271 ft
·
11 sec
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Little Smith Street
4
Turn slight right
110 ft
·
5 sec
5
Merge onto US 44; NY 55
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Mill Street
6
Turn straight onto US 44; NY 55
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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East-West Arterial
7
Continue on US 44; NY 55
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Columbus Drive
8
Continue on US 44; NY 55
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Church Street
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 9: Hyde Park, Wappingers Falls
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 9
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 9
11
Take the exit
512 ft
·
22 sec
Toward US 44 West, NY 55 West, US 9 South: Wappingers Falls
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto US 9
30 mi
·
40 min
·
US 9
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 6; US 9; US 202
201 ft
·
2 sec
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US 6; US 9; US 202
Toward Peekskill
14
Continue on US 6; US 9; US 202
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
US 6; US 9; US 202
Toward Peekskill
15
Continue on US 6; US 9; US 202
15 mi
·
23 min
·
US 6; US 9; US 202
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward New York City
17
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the none lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on Bronx River Parkway
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Bronx River Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 7E
Toward Pelham Parkway
Use the right lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Fordham Road
22
Turn right onto Boston Road
524 ft
·
20 sec
·
Boston Road
23
Continue on Bronx Park East
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Bronx Park East
24
Turn right onto White Plains Road
301 ft
·
10 sec
·
White Plains Road
Use the right lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto White Plains Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
White Plains Road
26
Turn left onto Sagamore Street
95 ft
·
5 sec
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Sagamore Street
27
Turn left onto Cruger Avenue
439 ft
·
24 sec
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Cruger Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this 68.6-mile trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given that the route relies heavily on major parkways and highways, monitoring traffic patterns before you leave is a smart move to avoid congestion. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the duration is manageable for most drivers without a break. Keep your fuel budget around $11 in mind, but consider topping off your tank before leaving Poughkeepsie to avoid city gas prices. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on the transition points between US 9 and the parkway system, as these junctions dictate the flow of your entire 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 34.3 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.1 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 68.6 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
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 Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY
This is one driving day of about 68.6 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Poughkeepsie, 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 US 9 for about 30.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Poughkeepsie, NY · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Poughkeepsie, 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
$11.17 one way
$22.34 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
| premium | $4.88 | $13.19 | $26.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.24 | $30.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
The Bronx, NY
Afternoon in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
4:29 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
15 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
1h 40m 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 Poughkeepsie, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 68.6 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 9, US 6, Sprain Brook Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.3 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.17 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 19 significant decision points across 68.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.5 miles (US 6; US 9; US 202): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Poughkeepsie, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Peekskill and New York City.
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