Trip from Sheridan, NY to The Bronx, NY

Drive Time

8h 25m

Distance

396.3 mi

638 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

Best Time Drive vs Fly

Google Maps Waze Apple Maps

Download GPX

Photo: Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Sheridan to The Bronx covers 420 miles of New York state territory, clocking in at approximately 6 hours and 55 minutes of total drive time. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a highway sprint, you should plan on this being a full-day commitment. While it is technically possible to complete the journey in one day, the lack of interstate travel makes it a demanding trek that requires your full focus. Budgeting about $66 for fuel is a solid starting point for your planning. Since both your start and end points are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional atmosphere throughout the trip, though the transition from rural Sheridan to the dense urban environment of The Bronx is significant.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

198.2 miles from Sheridan, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 24m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will rely entirely on local roads like Center Road, Highway 39, and Main Street, which creates a highly technical and turn-heavy driving environment. Because you are avoiding major expressways, the pace is slower and requires constant attention to navigation and changing speed limits. This is not a route for cruising on autopilot; instead, it demands engagement with the road as you wind through the local landscape. Be prepared for a persistent, steady pace that rewards drivers who prefer staying off the major freeways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 67 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 218.9 miles in near I 81.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 396.3 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 218.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 272.3 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 381.4 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 35 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

218.9 mi into trip | ~4h 49m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton

272.3 mi into trip | ~5h 52m 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...

381.4 mi into trip | ~8h 2m in | I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Lev...

386.8 mi into trip | ~8h 8m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...

387.1 mi into trip | ~8h 8m 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 Along This Route

Between Sheridan, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.

Mt Pocono

272.3 mi in | ~5h 52m | via US 6

Milford

273 mi in | ~5h 53m | via I 84; I 380

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southern Tier Expressway	104.5 mi	2h 2m
Keystone Shortway	80 mi	1h 37m
I 81	53.4 mi	1h 3m
State Highway 39	35.6 mi	51m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
Genesee Expressway	22.2 mi	25m
Nunda-Dansville Road	12.4 mi	16m
Main Street	10.4 mi	17m

Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, NY and The Bronx, NY.

Start on US 20

95 ft · 8 sec · East Main Street

Turn sharp right onto CTR 79

1.4 mi · 3 min · Center Road

Turn left onto NY 39

2.6 mi · 3 min · State Highway 39

Continue on NY 39

0.5 mi · 43 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto NY 39

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lodi Street

Continue on NY 39

8.0 mi · 11 min · State Highway 39

Continue on NY 39

1.1 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 39

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Highway 39

Continue on NY 39

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 39

Continue on NY 39

0.5 mi · 50 sec · West Main Street

Turn straight onto US 62; NY 39

382 ft · 7 sec · East Main Street

Turn left onto US 62; NY 39

0.7 mi · 1 min · Buffalo Street

Turn right onto US 62; NY 39

1.8 mi · 2 min · Sand Hill Road

Turn right onto NY 39

8.7 mi · 14 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 39

4.2 mi · 5 min · State Highway 39

Continue on NY 39

2.5 mi · 6 min · West Main Street

Continue on NY 39

7.7 mi · 8 min · Springville Sardinia Highway

Continue on NY 39

0.2 mi · 10 sec · State Highway 39

Continue on NY 39

1.4 mi · 1 min · Schutt Road

Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39

0.6 mi · 56 sec · State Highway 16

Continue on NY 16; NY 39

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Olean Road

Turn left onto NY 39

1.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 39

Continue on NY 39

2.3 mi · 5 min · West Main Street

Continue on NY 39

18 mi · 25 min · State Highway 39

Turn right onto NY 436

1.8 mi · 2 min · Denton Corners Road

Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436

2.2 mi · 3 min · NY 19A; NY 436

Turn left onto NY 436

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hamilton Street

Turn left onto NY 436

360 ft · 8 sec · Main Street

Continue on NY 436

5.6 mi · 8 min · Portage Street

Continue on NY 436

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mill Street

Continue on NY 436

12 mi · 16 min · Nunda-Dansville Road

Continue on NY 436

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ossian Street

Turn right onto Spruce Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Spruce Street

Turn slight right onto NY 36

0.9 mi · 1 min · Clara Barton Street

Continue on NY 36

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Hornell Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 390

22 mi · 25 min · Genesee Expressway

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81

Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the none lane.

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.

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.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380

Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge onto I 80

80 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the none / straight / right lanes.

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.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec

Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck Use the slight right lane.

Turn right

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Exit 70A Toward Leonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto CR 56

454 ft · 9 sec · Degraw Avenue

Continue on CR 56

1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Lee Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on CR 56

469 ft · 13 sec · Main Street

Take the ramp

472 ft · 12 sec

Toward George Washington Bridge

Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Bergen Boulevard

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

312 ft · 4 sec

Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.3 mi · 20 sec · I 95 EXPR

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 95; US 1

2.9 mi · 3 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road

0.3 mi · 50 sec · Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road

Turn right onto Noble Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Noble Avenue

Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Bronx River Avenue

Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Tremont Avenue

Turn left onto White Plains Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · White Plains Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Cruger Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Cruger Avenue

Arrive at destination

Cruger Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 55-minute duration, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to ensure you arrive in The Bronx before late-night traffic sets in. Since you are navigating local roads exclusively, you should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as local routes don't always offer the same frequency of service stations found on major highways; keeping your tank topped off is a smart safety measure. With a $66 fuel estimate, try to fill up in areas where prices are most competitive to keep your travel costs on track. Use the flexibility of your one-stop plan to choose a location that breaks up the drive at a point where you feel you need the most relief.

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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 198.2 miles from Sheridan, NY, or about 4h 24m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 87 miles or 2h 13m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 198.2 miles or 4h 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 198.2 miles or 4h 24m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 7m

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 Sheridan, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Sheridan, NY

Aim for roughly 198 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into The Bronx, NY

Aim for roughly 198 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Sheridan, NY.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 198.2 mi from Sheridan, NY · 4h 24m into the drive

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Syracuse, NY

198 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Syracuse, NY

Overnight Options

Night 1

Syracuse, NY

198 mi · about 4.2h in

A practical overnight split lands near Syracuse, NY after about 198 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Victor, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Syracuse, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 198.2 miles from Sheridan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 198 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.

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.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach The Bronx, NY with some flexibility left in the schedule.

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$64.52 one way

$129.03 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 139 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$69.91	$139.83
premium	$4.88	$76.19	$152.37
diesel	$5.64	$88.04	$176.09

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

George Washington Bridge $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

$65

Tolls

$16

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$211–$321

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 138.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	118.9	1	$41.61	$19.02
Efficient EV	99.1	1	$34.68	$15.85
EV Truck/SUV	158.5	1	$55.48	$25.36

Gas CO2

139 kg

EV CO2

46 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Sheridan, NY

Afternoon in Sheridan on Sunday

Local time

2:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

The Bronx, NY

Afternoon in The Bronx on Sunday

Local time

2:33 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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

26 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

8h 25m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Sheridan, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 396.3 miles and takes about 8h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 198 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 198.2 miles from Sheridan, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $64.52 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Sheridan, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.

Was this route helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Explore more options from Sheridan, NY or browse trips ending in The Bronx, NY.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NY road trips.

Explore maps for Sheridan, NY or The Bronx, NY on MapSof.net.

Trip from Sheridan, NY to The Bronx, NY

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in The Bronx, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Sheridan, NY

The Bronx, NY

Same local time

26 degrees warmer at arrival

8h 25m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

Was this route helpful?

Explore More

Continue From The Bronx, NY

More from Sheridan, NY

More trips to The Bronx, NY