This 68.7-mile drive from The Bronx, NY to Calverton, NY is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 38 minutes. With 93% of the journey on highways, it's a quick and efficient route, perfect for a single-day excursion. Budget around $11 for fuel, and expect a smooth ride with no planned stops needed. This route stays within the Northeast region, making it a convenient local getaway. It's designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss, ideal if you're looking for a direct journey.
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
34.3 miles from The Bronx, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-dominated experience on this route, with 93% of your travel occurring on high-speed roads. You'll primarily be on the Cross Bronx Expressway, Clearview Expressway, and the Long Island Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 57.4 miles on the Long Island Expressway, so settle in for some sustained driving. This profile suggests a consistent pace, with minimal distractions from local traffic or winding roads. It's a route built for efficiency rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Long Island Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 57.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Clearview Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway.
Route Complexity10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 68.7 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 2.5 miles (I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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2.5 mi into trip|~7m in|I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
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10.2 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island
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 4E-W
Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island
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10.4 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4E
Toward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, East...
8
68.1 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward NY 24: Hampton Bays, Calverton
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 71
Toward NY 24: Hampton Bays, Calverton
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68.3 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Calverton, Baiting Hollow
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Calverton, Baiting Hollow
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 Calverton, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Eastern Long Island along the way.
Eastern Long Island
10.2 mi in|~17m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Long Island Expressway
57.4 mi
1h 18m
Clearview Expressway
3.2 mi
3m
Cross Bronx Expressway
2.6 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Bridge
2 mi
3m
White Plains Road
1 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Expressway
0.6 mi
<1m
Edwards Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Hunt Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Calverton, NY.
1
Start on Cruger Avenue
398 ft·30 sec·Cruger Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto Bronxdale Avenue
384 ft·15 sec·Bronxdale Avenue
3
Turn right onto Hunt Avenue
0.2 mi·38 sec·Hunt Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto Rhinelander Avenue
165 ft·15 sec·Rhinelander Avenue
5
Turn left onto White Plains Road
1.0 mi·3 min·White Plains Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Westchester Avenue
364 ft·20 sec·Westchester Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
412 ft·19 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
8
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
511 ft·17 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 North: Cross Bronx Expressway, New Haven Connecticut
10
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·57 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi·2 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6BToward I 295 South: Throgs Neck BridgeUse the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi·58 sec·Throgs Neck Expressway
13
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 295
3.2 mi·3 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 4E-WToward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 4EToward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
17
Merge onto I 495
57 mi·1 hr 18 min·Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 71Toward NY 24: Hampton Bays, CalvertonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
213 ft·6 sec
Toward Calverton, Baiting HollowUse the left lane.
20
Turn left onto CR 94
0.3 mi·40 sec·Edwards Avenue
Toward Calverton, New YorkUse the left lane.
21
Turn right onto River Road
8 ft·0 sec·River Road
Use the right lane.
22
Arrive at destination
River Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times. Leaving during off-peak hours, especially avoiding weekday rush times in The Bronx, will make for a smoother start. The longest stretch without a break is over 57 miles, so plan for a brief stop if you prefer, though it's not strictly necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $11, and it’s always wise to fill up before embarking on a longer highway segment. Utilize the Long Island Expressway for its direct connection to Calverton.
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 34.3 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 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 68.7 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Calverton, 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 68.7 miles and 1h 38m.
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 Long Island Expressway for about 57.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from The Bronx, NY
· 51m into the drive
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Calverton, NY
The final approach into Calverton, 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 Calverton, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 54.5
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 2.4
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 2.4
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 2.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.31 one way
$22.62 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$12.23
$24.46
premium
$4.92
$13.32
$26.63
diesel
$5.61
$15.17
$30.34
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
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
$11
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.6
0
$7.21
$3.30
Efficient EV
17.2
0
$6.01
$2.75
EV Truck/SUV
27.5
0
$9.62
$4.40
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago
Origin
The Bronx, NY
Morning
in The Bronx on Wednesday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Calverton, NY
Morning
in Calverton on Wednesday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
26 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
1h 38m 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 Calverton, NY covers 68.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Clearview Expressway, Cross Bronx Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.3 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 $11.31 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 17 significant decision points across 68.7 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 2.5 miles (I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from The Bronx, NY to Calverton, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Eastern Long Island along the way.
