Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
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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Katonah, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
The Bronx, NY to Katonah, NY is 33.4 miles and takes about 49 minutes via Sprain Brook Parkway, Saw Mill River Parkway, and Bronx River Parkway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive primarily within New York State. Given its short distance and duration, it's an ideal same-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained parkways, making for a smooth and predictable journey between these two points in the Northeast region. It's a convenient option if you're looking for a quick escape from the city without a long commitment.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 33.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This drive is almost entirely on parkways, with a 93% highway share. Expect a smooth, flowing experience for the majority of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.6 miles on the Sprain Brook Parkway. As you progress, the parkways offer a consistent driving environment, moving you efficiently towards your destination. The character is decidedly highway-focused, designed for steady travel rather than frequent stops or scenic detours.
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.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 33.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp left onto US 1 / East Fordham Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto BR / Bronx River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Harris Road, Katonah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 12.1 mi | 16m |
| Bronx River Parkway | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| Bedford Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Taconic State Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bronx Park East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boston Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bronxdale Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Katonah, NY.
Start on Cruger Avenue
Turn left onto Bronxdale Avenue
Continue on Bronx Park East
Continue on Boston Road
Turn sharp left onto US 1
Take the ramp
Merge onto BR
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
Take the exit
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto NY 117
Turn right onto Bedford Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from The Bronx, NY · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Katonah, 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.
Regular Gas
$5.50 one way
$11.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.94 | $11.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.47 | $12.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in The Bronx on Friday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Katonah on Friday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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