Origin
The Bronx, NY
Evening in The Bronx on Wednesday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Bronx, NY to Pompey, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
245.6 mi
395 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
★
6 AM
5h 1m
8 AM
5h 28m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 8m
3 PM
5h 12m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 53m
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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Pompey, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from The Bronx to Pompey covers 245.6 miles of New York state, a journey that typically takes around 5 hours of driving time. Because this route involves a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight highway shot, it works best as a one-day trip for those comfortable with frequent navigation. You should budget approximately $39 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast locations. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the lack of highway time means you will spend the entire five hours actively navigating local roads. Assessing whether you prefer a direct, fast-paced interstate route or this more hands-on, local-heavy path is key to enjoying the trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122.8 miles from The Bronx, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate commute, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through Bronxdale, Hunt, and Rhinelander Avenues, keeping your focus tight on local turns rather than highway cruising. The road’s personality is defined by its turn-heavy nature, requiring consistent attention at the wheel for the full 245.6-mile duration. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, the pace remains steady and deliberate throughout the entire drive. Be prepared for a persistent, technical journey that demands active participation rather than the passive experience of open-road driving.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 111.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 245.6 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 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 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
8
6.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
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 I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
8
7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
8
9.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
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 69
Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
7
235.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 45m in
Take the exit toward NY 80: Tully
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NY 80: Tully
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 Pompey, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.
Albany
182.1 mi in
|
~3h 42m
|
via I 81
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 111.5 mi | 2h 11m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| State Route 80 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Berry Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Berwyn Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 111.5 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Bronx, NY and Pompey, 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
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 straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
13
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
14
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; NJTP
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 69
Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 80
68 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Keystone Shortway
24
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
25
Continue on I 380
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 380
Use the straight lane.
26
Merge onto I 81
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
29
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 66
Toward NY 80: Tully
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn left onto NY 281
453 ft
·
14 sec
·
State Route 281
31
Turn right onto US 11; NY 80
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
32
Continue on NY 80
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Clinton Street
33
Continue on NY 80
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 80
34
Turn left onto Berry Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Berry Road
35
Continue on Collins Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Collins Road
36
Turn straight onto Berwyn Road
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Berwyn Road
37
Continue on Cherry Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cherry Street
38
Keep slight right at fork onto Cherry Street
51 ft
·
1 sec
·
Cherry Street
39
Arrive at destination
Cherry Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route, planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic is essential for maintaining your 5-hour estimate. You should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turning can be more fatiguing than standard highway miles. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, keeping that $39 budget in mind as you navigate away from the Bronx. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, using a reliable GPS navigation system is highly recommended to stay on track through the various turns. Flexibility is your biggest advantage on this trip, so don't hesitate to pull over for a break if the local road navigation becomes tiring.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122.8 miles from The Bronx, NY, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.5 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 54 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.8 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pompey, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 245.6 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from The Bronx, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 111.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 122.8 mi from The Bronx, NY · 2h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.8 miles from The Bronx, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.5 miles.
Arriving in Pompey, NY
The final approach into Pompey, 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 Pompey, NY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.43 one way
$80.85 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $43.71 | $87.43 |
| premium | $4.92 | $47.60 | $95.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.23 | $108.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.28
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New Jersey Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.28
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
$40
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.79 | $11.79 |
| Efficient EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.49 | $9.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.38 | $15.72 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Pompey, NY
Evening in Pompey on Wednesday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
123 mi in
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
5 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
5h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Pompey, NY covers 245.6 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway, I 380. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.8 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 $40.43 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 245.6 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 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from The Bronx, NY to Pompey, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Albany along the way.
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