Origin
Wesley Hills, NY
Evening in Wesley Hills on Friday
Local time
7:46 PM
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Current temp
44°F
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Trip from Wesley Hills, NY to The Bronx, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
32.9 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wesley Hills, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
The Bronx, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from Wesley Hills to The Bronx covers a compact 36.1 miles, making this a straightforward journey that typically takes about 45 minutes. Because of the short distance, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the one-way trek. This route serves as a practical connection within the Northeast, moving you from the quieter surroundings of Wesley Hills into the urban environment of The Bronx. It is an ideal distance for a quick commute or a day trip where flexibility is your main advantage.
About the Cities
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
Full guide →“The Boogie Down” · Founded 1898
The Bronx is one of the five boroughs of New York. Known for Yankee Stadium, the home field of the New York Yankees baseball team, it has been a borough of New York City since 1898. The vast Bronx Zoo houses hundreds of species of animals. Nearby, the sprawling New York Botanical Garden features a landmark greenhouse with rainforest and cactus displays. By the Hudson River, Wave Hill is a landscaped public garden with wooded paths and a cultural center.
Top landmarks
- • New York Botanical Garden — botanical garden in the Bronx, New York City
- • Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in the Bronx, New York City
- • Hall of Fame for Great Americans — architectural structure
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 32.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features no highway segments. You will be navigating local roads for the entire 36.1-mile duration, which requires your full attention throughout the trip. Because the highway share is zero percent, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical regional transit. The nature of these local roads means the driving experience is constant and steady, keeping you engaged as you transition between these two New York locations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Palisades Interstate Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
533 ft
32 ft
Total Climb
545 ft
Total Descent
1,026 ft
Highest Point
533 ft
Elevation Range
501 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Palisades Interstate 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 0.7 miles in near CR 80 / Grandview Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 32.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (CR 80 / Grandview Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (CR 80 / Union Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (Palisades Interstate Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CR 80 / Grandview Avenue
Turn left onto CR 80 / Grandview Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 80 / Union Road
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80 / Union Road
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Palisades Interstate Parkway
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
31.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
6
32.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
White Plains Road
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Palisades Interstate Parkway | 23.1 mi | 31m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| New Hempstead Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Grandview Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 306 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Trans-Manhattan Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| George Washington Bridge (upper level) | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| I 95 EXPR | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Palisades Interstate Parkway
— 23.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wesley Hills, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on NY 306
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 306
2
Turn left onto CR 80
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Grandview Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Road
4
Continue on CR 80
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
New Hempstead Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
6
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
23 mi
·
31 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
8
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
10
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
13
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Noble Avenue
14
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Bronx River Avenue
15
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tremont Avenue
16
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Wesley Hills, NY · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Wesley Hills, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into The Bronx, 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
$5.42 one way
$10.83 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.86 | $11.71 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$16
Total
$21
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 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 | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Evening in The Bronx on Friday
Local time
7:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
3 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
51m 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 Wesley Hills, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 32.9 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Palisades Interstate Parkway, Cross Bronx Expressway, New Hempstead Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from Wesley Hills, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.42 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 32.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (CR 80 / Grandview Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (CR 80 / Union Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (Palisades Interstate Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wesley Hills, NY to The Bronx, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 32 ft to 533 ft elevation with about 545 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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