Origin
The Bronx, NY
Evening in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Bronx, NY to Manhattan, NY
Drive Time
22m
Distance
11.4 mi
18 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
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6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Bronx, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Manhattan, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from The Bronx to Manhattan is a quick, 11.4-mile journey that typically takes about 22 minutes. Because this is a short, one-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or extensive planning. With a minimal fuel cost of just $2, it is a highly economical route for navigating the Northeast. You will primarily utilize a combination of the Henry Hudson Parkway, the Cross Bronx Expressway, and the Trans-Manhattan Expressway. This drive is best viewed as a practical connection between two major hubs rather than a long-distance excursion.
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
5.7 miles from The Bronx, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 11.4-mile trip is heavily focused on major infrastructure, with highways accounting for 65% of your time behind the wheel. Expect a fast-paced drive, as you navigate a series of expressways designed for efficient transit. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 4.2-mile run along the Henry Hudson Parkway. While the route is short, the transition between these major arteries gives the drive a distinct, high-speed character that stands in contrast to local city streets. You can anticipate a straightforward, expressway-dominant experience from start to finish.
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.
Henry Hudson Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Henry Hudson Parkway and Cross Bronx Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Bronxdale Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 11.4 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 0.1 miles (Bronxdale Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (Rhinelander Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (Sheridan Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Bronxdale Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Bronxdale Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Rhinelander Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Rhinelander Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Sheridan Boulevard
Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard toward NY 895 South, I 95 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NY 895 South, I 95 South
7
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the exit toward NY 9A
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward NY 9A
7
10 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum Of Manhattan, JCC in Manhattan, Lincoln Center, New York Historical Society, New York Institute of Technology
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 Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art,...
Towns Along This Route
Between The Bronx, NY and Manhattan, NY, road signs point toward Lower Level, Downtown, Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum Of Art, American Museum Of Natural History and Children's Museum Of Manhattan - among others.
Lower Level
4.2 mi in
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~8m
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via I 95; US 1
Downtown
5 mi in
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~10m
Boat Basin
10 mi in
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~18m
Metropolitan Museum Of Art
10 mi in
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~18m
American Museum Of Natural History
10 mi in
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~18m
Children's Museum Of Manhattan
10 mi in
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~18m
Jcc In Manhattan
10 mi in
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~18m
Lincoln Center
10 mi in
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~18m
New York Historical Society
10 mi in
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~18m
New York Institute Of Technology
10 mi in
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~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Trans-Manhattan Expressway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Morris Park Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West 86th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West 79th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Tremont Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Henry Hudson Parkway
— 4.2 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Manhattan, 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
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Rhinelander Avenue
5
Continue on Unionport Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Unionport Road
6
Turn right onto Morris Park Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Morris Park Avenue
Use the none lane.
7
Turn right onto East Tremont Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Tremont Avenue
8
Turn left onto East 177th Street
413 ft
·
13 sec
·
East 177th Street
9
Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard
506 ft
·
8 sec
·
Sheridan Boulevard
Toward NY 895 South, I 95 South
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 95 South: Cross Bronx Expressway, George Washington Bridge
11
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Lower Level
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 1A
Toward NY 9A
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn slight left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downtown
15
Turn slight right
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downtown, Riverside Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto HH; NY 9A
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum Of Manhattan, JCC in Manhattan, Lincoln Center, New York Historical Society, New York Institute of Technology
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on West 79th Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
West 79th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Broadway
20
Turn right onto West 86th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 86th Street
21
Continue on 86th Street Transverse
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
86th Street Transverse
Toward East Side
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
86th Street Transverse
Trip Plan
Given the short 22-minute duration, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time, though checking local traffic patterns is always wise when navigating these major highways. You will not need to plan for any stops, allowing you to complete the entire 11.4 miles in one smooth go. Keep your fuel budget low, as $2 is all you should need to set aside for this quick transit. Since you are moving between two dense regions, focus your attention on navigating the highway transitions accurately. Take advantage of the route's brevity by planning your arrival to avoid peak congestion periods on the Trans-Manhattan Expressway.
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 5.7 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.2 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 11.4 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manhattan, 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 11.4 miles and 22m.
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 Henry Hudson Parkway for about 4.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.7 mi from The Bronx, NY · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.7 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Manhattan, NY
The final approach into Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, 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
$1.86 one way
$3.71 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.53 | $5.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.00 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Manhattan, NY
Evening in Manhattan on Sunday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
14 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
22m 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 Manhattan, NY covers 11.4 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Henry Hudson Parkway, Cross Bronx Expressway, Trans-Manhattan 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 5.7 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 $1.86 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 19 significant decision points across 11.4 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 0.1 miles (Bronxdale Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (Rhinelander Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (Sheridan Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between The Bronx, NY and Manhattan, NY, road signs point toward Lower Level, Downtown, Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum Of Art, American Museum Of Natural History and Children's Museum Of Manhattan - among others.
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