How far is Wappingers Falls, NY from The Bronx, NY?
Fastest route
To get from Wappingers Falls, New York 12590, to Bronx, New York, you should take the route via Taconic State Parkway, covering approximately 66.1 miles (106.4 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Directions
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🚗 Get on I-84 E in Fishkill: Head south on US-9 S/Albany Post Rd, and continue to follow US-9 S. Then, merge onto I-84 E via the ramp to Brewster/Danbury.
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🛣️ Take Taconic State Parkway and Sprain Brook Pkwy S to Pelham Pkwy S in The Bronx, New York: After being on I-84 E, take Taconic State Parkway and continue onto Sprain Brook Pkwy S (watch out for possible road closures at certain times or days). Then, take the Bronx River Pkwy S and exit at 7E to merge onto Pelham Pkwy S.
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🗺️ Continue on Pelham Pkwy S and proceed to Bronx Park E: Stay on Pelham Pkwy S and follow it as it turns slightly left and becomes Bronx Park E.
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🏞️ Take the Bronxdale Ave and Holland Ave route to Hunt Ave: From Bronx Park E, turn slightly left onto Bronxdale Ave, then turn left onto Holland Ave.
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➡️ Turn right onto Van Nest Ave, then right again onto Hunt Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan for traffic: Check the traffic conditions and opt for the best route to save time during your journey.
- 🚧 Be aware of possible road closures: Keep an eye out for any closed roads along the way, especially on Taconic State Parkway and Sprain Brook Pkwy S.
- ⛽ Refuel before hitting the road: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel to cover the distance.
- 🚘 Stay vigilant while driving: Pay attention to road signs and follow the traffic rules to have a safe trip.
- 📱 Use GPS or navigation apps: Make use of GPS or navigation apps to keep track of the route and receive real-time updates on traffic and directions.
- 🚦 Plan rest stops if needed: Depending on the length of your journey, consider planning rest stops to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
- 🕰️ Allow extra time for unforeseen delays: While the estimated travel time is 1 hour and 24 minutes, it's always wise to allow some extra time for unexpected delays that may arise.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Westchester County, New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wappingers Falls and The Bronx.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wappingers Falls and The Bronx.
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Start on Albany Post Road
22.3 mi · 29 min · Albany Post Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Annsville Circle
61 m · 3 sec
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Exit the rotary onto Peekskill
828 ft · 11 sec
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Continue straight
14.7 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit straight toward New York City
2442 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left onto Taconic State Parkway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Taconic State Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Sprain Brook Parkway
12.8 mi · 17 min · Sprain Brook Parkway
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Continue on Bronx River Parkway
6 mi · 10 min · Bronx River Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Pelham Parkway
923 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto East Fordham Road
982 ft · 41 sec · East Fordham Road
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Turn right onto Boston Road
160 m · 20 sec · Boston Road
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Continue on Bronx Park East
1537 ft · 59 sec · Bronx Park East
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Turn right onto White Plains Road
92 m · 10 sec · White Plains Road
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Keep slight left to continue on White Plains Road
829 ft · 39 sec · White Plains Road
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Turn left onto Sagamore Street
29 m · 6 sec · Sagamore Street
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Turn left onto Cruger Avenue
134 m · 24 sec · Cruger Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cruger Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wappingers Falls and The Bronx.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Albany Post Road
Start on Albany Post Road
22.3 mi · 00h 29m
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 Wappingers Falls and Rain Showers Likely near The Bronx.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wappingers Falls to The Bronx?
The road trip is about 65.9 miles (106 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Croton-on-Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.7 miles from Wappingers Falls and 36.2 miles from The Bronx.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.6 miles (83.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 4:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.30 one way or $18.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Wappingers Falls and Rain Showers Likely near The Bronx.
Stop Ideas Near Croton-on-Hudson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Croton-on-Hudson.
Croton–Harmon station
Yonkers station
Stamford Transportation Center
New Rochelle station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wappingers Falls and The Bronx. Straight-line distance: 51.64 mi (83.11 km).
#1 Wappingers Falls
Village in New York
| Population | 5,509 |
| Coordinates | 41.5964800, -73.9109700 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
#2 The Bronx
The fourth most populous borough of New York City.
| Population | 1,455,720 |
| Coordinates | 40.8498500, -73.8664100 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cruger Avenue (-73.866845, 40.849859)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 106 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $9.30 | $18.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $10.40 | $20.79 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
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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