Trip from The Bronx, NY to Amboy, NY

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

5h 20m

Distance

263 mi

423 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 7m ★

6 AM

5h 20m

8 AM

5h 47m

10 AM

5h 30m

12 PM

5h 27m

3 PM

5h 31m

5 PM

5h 46m

8 PM

5h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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The Bronx, NY

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Amboy, NY

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Trip Overview

Traveling from the Bronx to Amboy covers 263 miles of New York state, typically taking about 5 hours and 20 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is entirely local, you should plan for a full day of focus behind the wheel rather than a quick interstate sprint. Budgeting approximately $43 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the trip's expenses. While it is certainly feasible to complete this in one day, the turn-heavy nature of the route means you will want to stay alert. Both your starting point and destination remain within the Northeast region, keeping the general climate and landscape relatively consistent throughout your transit.

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

131.5 miles from The Bronx, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 20m. Total distance: 263 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Drive Character

Expect a truly hands-on experience as you navigate this route, which relies entirely on local roads like Bronxdale, Hunt, and Rhinelander Avenues rather than high-speed interstates. With a highway share of 0%, this is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention at every intersection. You won't find any long, monotonous stretches here; instead, the road requires frequent gear shifts and navigation adjustments. The personality of this drive is defined by its constant pace and technical demands, making it a stark contrast to typical highway travel. Prepare for a steady, engaging drive where the road conditions change as you transition from the urban density of the Bronx toward Amboy.

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

There are about 43 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 129.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Christopher Columbus Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 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 34 significant decision points across 263 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 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 34 key points

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

6.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

7 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

9.3 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 69 Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack

183.9 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | I 81

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 North: Syracuse

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 81 North: Syracuse

257.6 mi into trip | ~5h 12m in

Take the exit toward NY 695, NY 5: Auburn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6 Toward NY 695, NY 5: Auburn

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from The Bronx, NY to Amboy, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.

Albany

182.1 mi in | ~3h 42m | via I 81

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 81	129.5 mi	2h 33m
Christopher Columbus Highway	68.2 mi	1h 20m
I 380	27.7 mi	30m
Keystone Shortway	17.3 mi	24m
I 690	3.5 mi	4m
Cross Bronx Expressway	2.6 mi	3m
New Jersey Turnpike	2 mi	2m
NY 695	1.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 81 — 129.5 mi, about 2h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Cruger Avenue

398 ft · 30 sec · Cruger Avenue

Turn sharp right onto Bronxdale Avenue

384 ft · 15 sec · Bronxdale Avenue

Turn right onto Hunt Avenue

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Hunt Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Rhinelander Avenue

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Rhinelander Avenue

Continue on Unionport Road

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Unionport Road

Turn right onto Morris Park Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Morris Park Avenue

Turn right onto East Tremont Avenue

0.2 mi · 41 sec · East Tremont Avenue

Turn left onto East 177th Street

413 ft · 13 sec · East 177th Street

Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard

506 ft · 8 sec · Sheridan Boulevard

Toward NY 895 South, I 95 South

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 95 South: Cross Bronx Expressway, George Washington Bridge

Merge onto I 95

2.6 mi · 3 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Toward Upper Level

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

2.0 mi · 2 min · New Jersey Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 69 Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 80

68 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 8 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

12 mi · 15 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 46 sec

Exit 293 Toward I 380 North: Scranton

Continue on I 380

28 mi · 30 min · I 380

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 81

58 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 81

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 81

Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

66 mi · 1 hr 17 min · I 81

Toward I 81 North: Syracuse Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

0.2 mi · 17 sec · I 81

Toward Syracuse Use the straight lane.

Continue on I-81

0.4 mi · 26 sec · I-81

Continue on I 81

2.9 mi · 4 min · I 81

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 690 West: Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 690

3.5 mi · 4 min · I 690

Toward Fairgrounds, Baldwinsville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 36 sec

Exit 6 Toward NY 695, NY 5: Auburn Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on this road

0.7 mi · 48 sec · this road

Exit 6 Toward NY 695, NY 5: Auburn

Continue on NY 695

1.3 mi · 1 min · NY 695

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 32 sec

Toward NY 5 West: Auburn

Merge onto NY 5

1.1 mi · 1 min · NY 5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward Hinsdale

Turn right onto Hinsdale Road

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hinsdale Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto NY 173

0.8 mi · 1 min · Warners Road

Turn right onto Airport Road

73 ft · 2 sec · Airport Road

Arrive at destination

Airport Road

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5 hour and 20 minute journey, try to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest local traffic patterns. Since this is a single-stop trip, be strategic about where you choose to pull over to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep your $43 fuel budget in mind when selecting your pit stop to ensure you aren't caught in a high-priced area. Because the route is entirely local, stay vigilant for changing speed limits and residential zones that can significantly impact your travel time. My best advice for this specific path is to rely heavily on your GPS for turn-by-turn navigation, as the local road network is complex and easy to navigate incorrectly without constant updates.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 131.5 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 2h 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.5 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 58 miles or 1h 13m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 131.5 miles or 2h 42m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Amboy, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving The Bronx, 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 The Bronx, NY

This is one driving day of about 263 miles and 5h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from The Bronx, 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 129.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 131.5 mi from The Bronx, NY · 2h 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Jervis, NY

132 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Deposit, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 131.5 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.5 miles.

Arriving in Amboy, NY

The final approach into Amboy, 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 Amboy, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.29 one way

$86.58 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$46.81	$93.62
premium	$4.92	$50.97	$101.95
diesel	$5.61	$58.07	$116.13

Estimated Tolls: $16.28

George Washington Bridge $16.00

New Jersey Turnpike (2 mi) $0.28

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

$43

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 92 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	78.9	0	$27.61	$12.62
Efficient EV	65.8	0	$23.01	$10.52
EV Truck/SUV	105.2	1	$36.82	$16.83

Gas CO2

92 kg

EV CO2

31 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

The Bronx, NY

Late night in The Bronx on Friday

Local time

2:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Amboy, NY

Late night in Amboy on Friday

Local time

2:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

42°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

5 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

5h 20m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from The Bronx, NY to Amboy, NY covers 263 miles and takes about 5h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway, I 380. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 131.5 miles from The Bronx, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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.

On the drive from The Bronx, NY to Amboy, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Amboy, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Same local time

5 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 20m on the road

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