Origin
The Bronx, NY
Evening in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Bronx, NY to Bedford Hills, NY
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.9 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Bronx, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Bedford Hills, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are looking to head north from The Bronx to Bedford Hills, this 31.9-mile journey is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 47 minutes. Since you are staying entirely within the Northeast region of New York, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $5 on fuel for this transit, making it a very budget-friendly excursion. Because the route is entirely local, you won't deal with the stress of highway merging, but you should prepare for constant maneuvering. Overall, it is a practical connection that allows you to move between these two areas efficiently without the need for complex travel planning.
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
15.9 miles from The Bronx, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. You will navigate primarily via Bronxdale Avenue, Bronx Park East, and Boston Road, avoiding high-speed interstates entirely. With a highway share of 0%, this route lacks the monotonous, fast-paced nature of typical long-distance road trips. Because there is no significant highway mileage, the longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Bronxdale Avenue. This creates a stop-and-go experience that demands your full attention as you transition through various local neighborhood settings.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sprain Brook Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Sprain Brook Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 1 / East Fordham Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 31.9 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 0.6 miles (US 1 / East Fordham Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.9 miles (BR / Bronx River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 1 / East Fordham Road
Turn sharp left onto US 1 / East Fordham Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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BR / Bronx River Parkway
Merge onto BR / Bronx River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
6.8 mi into trip
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~12m 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
31.2 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward NY 117: Bedford Hills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 39
Toward NY 117: Bedford Hills
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| Bronx River Parkway | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| Taconic State Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Babbitt Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bronx Park East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boston Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bronxdale Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sprain Brook Parkway
— 12.6 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Bedford Hills, NY.
1
Start on Cruger Avenue
398 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
2
Turn left onto Bronxdale Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bronxdale Avenue
3
Continue on Bronx Park East
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Bronx Park East
4
Continue on Boston Road
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Boston Road
5
Turn sharp left onto US 1
144 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Fordham Road
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
7
Merge onto BR
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 39
Toward NY 117: Bedford Hills
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto NY 117
410 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bedford Road
14
Turn left onto Adams Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Adams Street
15
Turn right onto Babbitt Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Babbitt Road
16
Arrive at destination
Babbitt Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 31.9-mile trip with zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling. You should keep in mind that this route is entirely local, so traffic conditions on city streets will have a direct impact on your 47-minute travel time. Planning your departure to avoid peak local congestion will help you maintain a smoother pace. Given the low $5 fuel cost, you won't need to worry about planning for gas stations along the way, allowing you to focus purely on the drive itself. A useful tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant for frequent turns, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be making directional changes consistently until you arrive in Bedford Hills.
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 15.9 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 31.9 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bedford Hills, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving The Bronx, 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 The Bronx, NY
This is one driving day of about 31.9 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from The Bronx, 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 Sprain Brook Parkway for about 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from The Bronx, NY · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bedford Hills, NY
The final approach into Bedford Hills, 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 Bedford Hills, 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
$5.19 one way
$10.39 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| premium | $4.88 | $6.13 | $12.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Bedford Hills, NY
Evening in Bedford Hills on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
18 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
47m 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 The Bronx, NY to Bedford Hills, NY covers 31.9 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sprain Brook Parkway, Saw Mill River Parkway, Bronx River 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 15.9 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 $5.19 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 11 significant decision points across 31.9 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 0.6 miles (US 1 / East Fordham Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.9 miles (BR / Bronx River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from The Bronx, NY to Bedford Hills, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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