Origin
Somers, NY
Late night in Somers on Saturday
Local time
5:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somers, NY
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Bushwick, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY covers 55.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Somerstown Turnpike, Goldens Bridge Road, Green Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 55.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 55.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Somerstown Turnpike is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Somerstown Turnpike | — | — |
| Goldens Bridge Road | — | — |
| Green Street | — | — |
| Waccabuc Road | — | — |
| New York City | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Expressway | — | — |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Somerstown Turnpike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somers, NY and Bushwick, NY.
1
Start on the route
131 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Continue on Somerstown Turnpike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Somerstown Turnpike
3
Turn left onto Goldens Bridge Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Goldens Bridge Road
4
Continue on Green Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Green Street
5
Continue on Waccabuc Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Waccabuc Road
6
Take the ramp right toward New York City, White Plains
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
New York City, White Plains
7
Merge slight left
19 mi
·
21 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
9
Merge slight right onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
11
Continue on Hutchinson River Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
12
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
13
Continue on Whitestone Expressway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Van Wyck Expressway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel
16
Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Island Expressway
17
Take the exit slight right toward NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways, 69th Street, Grand Avenue
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways, 69th Street, Grand Avenue
18
Keep slight left to continue on I 495 West: Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 495 West: Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
19
Keep slight left to continue on I 495 West: 69th Street, Grand Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 495 West: 69th Street, Grand Avenue
20
Keep slight right to continue on 69th Street, Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
69th Street, Grand Avenue
21
Continue on Queens-Midtown Expressway
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Queens-Midtown Expressway
22
Turn left onto Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Grand Avenue
23
Keep slight left to continue on Flushing Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Flushing Avenue
24
Turn left onto Cypress Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cypress Avenue
25
Turn right onto Gates Avenue
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Gates Avenue
26
Turn right onto Evergreen Avenue
262 ft
·
12 sec
·
Evergreen Avenue
27
Turn right onto Linden Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Linden Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Somers, NY · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Somers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bushwick, NY
The final approach into Bushwick, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.17 one way
$18.34 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$7
Total
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Bushwick, NY
Late night in Bushwick on Saturday
Local time
5:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Mount Vernon, NY
28 mi in
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
2 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 21m 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 Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY covers 55.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Somerstown Turnpike, Goldens Bridge Road, Green Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.8 miles from Somers, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.17 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.
The drive from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Somers, NY to Bushwick, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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