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Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
253.5 mi
408 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, NY
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The Bronx, NY
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This 253.5-mile drive from Syracuse, NY, to The Bronx, NY, is estimated to take about 5 hours and 7 minutes. Given the duration and distance, it's entirely feasible as a single-day trip, though you might want to start early to maximize daylight. The primary roads you'll be using are I-81 and I-380, making it a largely highway-focused journey. Expect a fuel cost of around $42 for this trip. As both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, you'll stay within familiar territory throughout this drive.
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
126.8 miles from Syracuse, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
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This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 64% of the journey on interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving on I-81, covering 127.9 miles at once. While much of the route is on high-speed interstates like I-81 and I-380, expect the character of the drive to shift as you transition between these major arteries. The profile suggests a steady pace for most of the trip, allowing for efficient travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 92 / East Genesee Street.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 253.5 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 (NY 92 / East Genesee Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 76.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto NY 92 / East Genesee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Syracuse, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.
Mt Pocono
Milford
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 127.9 mi | 2h 31m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| I 95 EXPR | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Fort Lee Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, NY and The Bronx, NY.
Start on US 11
Turn left onto NY 92
Turn right onto Almond Street
Turn slight right
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 81
Continue on I-81
Continue on I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Continue on I 84; I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right
Turn straight onto CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Take the exit
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this 5-hour, 7-minute drive, starting in the morning will help you avoid potential afternoon traffic in the New York metropolitan area. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 127.9 miles on I-81, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. Consider a stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The $42 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially as you approach more urban areas. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have flexibility to adjust your departure time if needed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.8 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, NY
This is one driving day of about 253.5 miles and 5h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126.8 mi from Syracuse, NY · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 126.8 miles from Syracuse, 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 127.9 miles.
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.
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.
Regular Gas
$41.73 one way
$83.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $45.12 | $90.24 |
| premium | $4.92 | $49.13 | $98.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.97 | $111.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$42
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.1 | 0 | $26.62 | $12.17 |
| Efficient EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.18 | $10.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.4 | 1 | $35.49 | $16.22 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Syracuse on Wednesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Morning in The Bronx on Wednesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
57°F
Ramapo, NY
127 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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