Origin
Wilson, NY
Afternoon in Wilson on Sunday
Local time
2:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilson, NY to The Bronx, NY
Drive Time
8h 24m
Distance
390.7 mi
629 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
Photo: Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Wilson to The Bronx covers approximately 397.8 miles and takes about 6 hours and 50 minutes of driving time. Since this route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you should expect to spend your entire day behind the wheel if you tackle it in one go. Budgeting around $63 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. While it is technically possible to complete this trip in a single day, the winding nature of the roads makes it a demanding journey. You will be navigating entirely within the Northeast region, transitioning from the lakeshore area of Wilson down to the dense urban landscape of The Bronx. Consider your fatigue levels carefully before committing to this full distance without an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195.3 miles from Wilson, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will rely primarily on local roads like Ontario Street, East Lake Road, and the Roosevelt Highway to make your way toward your destination. Because the path is defined by its turn-heavy profile, you will need to stay alert and engaged with the road rather than settling into a monotonous rhythm. The drive requires constant attention to navigation and shifting road conditions, making it feel more like a series of connected local segments than a high-speed transit. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where the focus is on local infrastructure rather than open-road cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 64 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 98.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 65 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 42 significant decision points across 390.7 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 65 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 266.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 42 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
65 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 490 East: Rochester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 490 East: Rochester
8
116.3 mi into trip
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~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
266.6 mi into trip
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~5h 51m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
381.2 mi into trip
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~8h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
381.4 mi into trip
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~8h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Towns Along This Route
Between Wilson, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono and Milford.
Clyde
116.3 mi in
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~2h 34m
Mt Pocono
266.6 mi in
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~5h 51m
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via US 6
Milford
267.4 mi in
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~5h 52m
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via I 84; I 380
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| New York State Thruway | 30 mi | 34m |
| East Lake Road | 28.1 mi | 41m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 20.1 mi | 28m |
| Western Expressway | 20.1 mi | 26m |
| Ridge Road | 11.3 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on NY 425
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Lake Street
2
Turn right onto NY 18
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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Ontario Street
3
Continue on NY 18
18 mi
·
26 min
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East Lake Road
4
Continue on NY 18
14 mi
·
19 min
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Roosevelt Highway
5
Continue on NY 18; NY 98
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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Oak Orchard Road
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 18
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
7
Turn right onto CR 32
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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Peter Smith Road
8
Turn left onto NY 104
11 mi
·
16 min
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Ridge Road
9
Turn right onto NY 260
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Sweden-Walker Road
10
Turn left onto NY 31
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Brockport-Spencerport Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on NY 531
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
NY 531
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 490 East: Rochester
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto I 490
20 mi
·
26 min
·
Western Expressway
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
15
Merge onto I 90
30 mi
·
34 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
7 sec
18
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 414
19
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NY 318
Use the left lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
21
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Street
23
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Dill Street
24
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
·
16 sec
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Loop Road
25
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Genesee Street
26
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Street Road
27
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Lake Street
28
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
East Lake Road
29
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
30
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Lake Road
31
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 41
32
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
33
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
35
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
36
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the none lane.
37
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
40
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
41
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
42
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
43
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
44
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
45
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
·
Degraw Avenue
47
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the none lane.
48
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
49
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
50
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bergen Boulevard
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
51
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
52
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
53
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
54
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
55
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Use the none lane.
56
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
57
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
58
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
59
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Noble Avenue
60
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Bronx River Avenue
61
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tremont Avenue
62
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
63
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
64
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
To manage this 397.8-mile trek effectively, aim to depart as early as possible to avoid peak traffic as you approach the city. Even though the trip is estimated at 6 hours and 50 minutes, the local road conditions suggest you should plan for at least one substantial stop to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the stop-and-go nature of local roads can sometimes impact your expected fuel efficiency compared to highway driving. Since you aren't tethered to major interstates, use your single planned stop to check your remaining route segments, as local navigation can be more complex than highway travel. Staying flexible with your timing will help you navigate the final approach into The Bronx with much less stress.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195.3 miles from Wilson, NY, or about 4h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 86 miles or 1h 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195.3 miles or 4h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 195.3 miles or 4h 26m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wilson, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wilson, NY
Aim for roughly 195 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into The Bronx, NY
Aim for roughly 195 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Wilson, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 195.3 mi from Wilson, NY · 4h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
195 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Abington, PAOvernight Options
Night 1
195 mi · about 4.2h in
A practical overnight split lands near Abington, PA after about 195 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 195.3 miles from Wilson, 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 98.8 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 195 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
The final approach into The Bronx, 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 The Bronx, NY.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach The Bronx, NY with some flexibility left in the schedule.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$63.60 one way
$127.21 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
137 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $68.93 | $137.85 |
| premium | $4.88 | $75.11 | $150.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $86.80 | $173.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $17.50
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(30 mi)
$1.50
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
$64
Tolls
$18
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$211–$321
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117.2 | 1 | $41.02 | $18.75 |
| Efficient EV | 97.7 | 1 | $34.19 | $15.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156.3 | 1 | $54.70 | $25.00 |
Gas CO2
137 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Afternoon in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
2:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
31 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
8h 24m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Wilson, NY to The Bronx, NY covers 390.7 miles and takes about 8h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, New York State Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 195 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 195.3 miles from Wilson, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 42 significant decision points across 390.7 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 65 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 266.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Wilson, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono and Milford.
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