How far is Bedford, NY from Manhattan, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Bedford, New York 10506, USA to Manhattan, New York, NY, USA takes approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes, covering a distance of 42.7 miles. The fastest route is via I-684 S. Please note that this route has tolls and may have road closures on W 79th St.
Directions
To get from Bedford to Manhattan, follow these steps:
- Get on I-684 S from NY-172 W.
- Head northeast on Court Rd toward Seminary Rd.
- Turn right onto Seminary Rd.
- Turn right onto Pound Ridge Rd.
- Slight left onto NY-172 W/NY-22 S/Old Post Rd.
- Turn left to merge onto I-684 S toward White Plains.
- Continue on I-684 S. Take Hutchinson River Pkwy S, Cross County Pkwy, and NY-9A S to Riverside Dr in Manhattan, New York. Take the exit toward W 95 St from NY-9A S.
- Merge onto Hutchinson River Pkwy S.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Cross County Pkwy, following signs for George Washington Br/New Rochelle.
- Keep left to stay on Cross County Pkwy, following signs for Saw Mill River Pkwy.
- Use any lane to take the Saw Mill Pkwy South exit toward New York City.
- Keep left and merge onto Saw Mill River Pkwy S.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on Henry Hudson Pkwy, following signs for H Hudson Pkwy/NY-9A S.
- Continue onto NY-9A S/Henry Hudson Pkwy (toll road).
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the exit toward W 95 St.
- Continue on Riverside Dr. Take W 86th St to Central Park West.
- Turn right onto Riverside Dr.
- Turn right onto Central Park West.
- Arrive at Manhattan, New York, NY, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Ensure you have sufficient fuel for the journey.
- 🛣️ Follow the directions carefully to avoid missing any exits or turns.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the route.
- ⚠️ Keep an eye out for road closures on W 79th St.
- 🕒 Consider traffic conditions and plan your departure accordingly.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time updates during the journey.
- 📞 In case of emergencies or unexpected situations, have a contact number for roadside assistance or local authorities.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in the town of Eastchester, Westchester County, New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bedford and Manhattan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford and Manhattan.
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Start on Court Road
1406 ft · 44 sec · Court Road
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Turn right onto Seminary Road
1824 ft · 1 min · Seminary Road
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Turn right onto Pound Ridge Road
1478 ft · 42 sec · Pound Ridge Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Pound Ridge Road
812 ft · 25 sec · Pound Ridge Road
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Turn straight onto Old Post Road
1 mi · 2 min · Old Post Road
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Turn right onto South Bedford Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · South Bedford Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 684 South
1225 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
11.5 mi · 13 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi · 11 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Cross County Parkway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Cross County Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
2.5 mi · 5 min · Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
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Continue on Saw Mill River Parkway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
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Continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
1917 ft · 33 sec · Henry Hudson Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
10.1 mi · 16 min · Henry Hudson Parkway
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Take the exit slight right 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
995 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on West 79th Street
1273 ft · 52 sec · West 79th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway
1957 ft · 57 sec · Broadway
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Turn right onto West 86th Street
2245 ft · 1 min · West 86th Street
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Continue on 86th Street Transverse
1066 ft · 36 sec · 86th Street Transverse
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 86th Street Transverse
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bedford and Manhattan.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 684 South
Merge slight left
11.5 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Bedford and Rain Showers near Manhattan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bedford to Manhattan?
The road trip is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km) and usually takes 00h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Eastchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Bedford and 21.2 miles from Manhattan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.6 miles (54.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.71 one way or $13.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bedford and Rain Showers near Manhattan.
Stop Ideas Near Eastchester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Flushing Town Hall
Mount Vernon City Hall
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Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Eastchester.
New Rochelle station
Yonkers station
Stamford Transportation Center
Croton–Harmon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bedford and Manhattan. Straight-line distance: 33.59 mi (54.06 km).
#1 Bedford
Town in Westchester County, New York, United States
| Population | 17,450 |
| Coordinates | 41.2042600, -73.6437400 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manhattan
The most densely populated borough of New York City.
| Population | 1,644,518 |
| Coordinates | 40.7834300, -73.9662500 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
End: 86th Street Transverse Road (-73.965969, 40.783967)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.44 | $6.71 | $13.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.97 | $7.51 | $15.02 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $9.83 | $19.65 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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