Origin
The Bronx, NY
Night in The Bronx on Wednesday
Local time
11:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
25.3 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Bronx, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY covers 25.3 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bronxdale Avenue, Bronx Park East, Boston Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12.7 miles from The Bronx, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 46m drive with frequent turns across 25.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bronxdale Avenue 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY is easy. At 46m 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 The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bronxdale Avenue | — | — |
| Bronx Park East | — | — |
| Boston Road | — | — |
| Bronx River Parkway Road | — | — |
| Bronx River Parkway South | — | — |
| Bronx River Parkway | — | — |
| I 278 West | — | — |
| Morrison Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bronxdale Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Bensonhurst, NY.
1
Start on Cruger Avenue
397 ft
·
25 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
·
56 sec
·
Bronx Park East
4
Turn left onto Boston Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Boston Road
5
Turn left onto Bronx River Parkway Road
430 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bronx River Parkway Road
6
Take the ramp straight toward Bronx River Parkway South, Sound View Park
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Bronx River Parkway South, Sound View Park
7
Merge slight left onto Bronx River Parkway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bronx River Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 278 West: Bruckner Expressway, Robert F Kennedy Bridge, Manhattan
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 278 West: Bruckner Expressway, Robert F Kennedy Bridge, Manhattan
9
Turn straight onto Morrison Avenue
203 ft
·
8 sec
·
Morrison Avenue
10
Turn right onto Bruckner Boulevard
213 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bruckner Boulevard
11
Take the ramp straight toward I 278 West: Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Bruckner Expressway
430 ft
·
12 sec
·
I 278 West: Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Bruckner Expressway
12
Merge slight left onto Bruckner Expressway
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
13
Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
14
Continue on Grand Central Parkway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Central Parkway
15
Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
16
Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
17
Continue on Gowanus Expressway
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
18
Take the exit slight left toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway
19
Take the exit slight right toward NY 27 East TRUCK: 10th Avenue, 11th Avenue, Jewish Children's Museum, Brooklyn Children's Museum
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
NY 27 East TRUCK: 10th Avenue, 11th Avenue, Jewish Children's Museum, Brooklyn Children's Museum
20
Turn right onto 10th Avenue
262 ft
·
12 sec
·
10th Avenue
21
Turn left onto McDonald Avenue
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
McDonald Avenue
22
Turn slight right onto Bay Parkway
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Bay Parkway
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 12.7 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 23m into the drive.
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 25 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.7 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bensonhurst, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving The Bronx, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from The Bronx, NY
This is one driving day of about 25.3 miles and 46m.
At 25.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.7 mi from The Bronx, NY · 23m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.7 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bensonhurst, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bensonhurst, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.16 one way
$8.33 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.90 | $9.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.59 | $11.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.21 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Bensonhurst, NY
Night in Bensonhurst on Wednesday
Local time
11:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
32 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
46m 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 Bensonhurst, NY covers 25.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bronxdale Avenue, Bronx Park East, Boston Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.7 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 $4.16 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 The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY is easy. At 46m 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 The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from The Bronx, NY to Bensonhurst, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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