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Can you bypass New York?
If you want to avoid NYC entirely: Travel over the Tappan Zee Bridge when driving southbound from upstate New York or New England. Located approximately 40 miles North of the GW, the Tappan Zee Bridge is part of Interstate-287. This route allows you to skip New York City altogether.
How can we avoid traffic in NYC?
10 Tips to Beat NYC Traffic:
- Make sure you tune in to a station with traffic updates.
- Avoid roads and areas with heavy construction.
- The toughest times to travel in and out of Manhattan are between 8-9 a.m. and 3-7 p.m. If you can, try to avoid rush hour or consider some alternate routes.
Is it hard driving from Boston to New York?
It’s 216 miles (346 km) between New York City (Manhattan) and Boston MA (map), taking between 4.5 and 5 hours driving time under normal conditions. If traffic is heavy, it may take 5.5 hours or more. In terms of traffic, it is not a pleasant drive.
Where should I stop between Boston and Washington DC?
Best stops along Boston to Washington DC drive
- Roger Williams Park Zoo. On +15 other lists.
- Martha’s Vineyard Fast Ferry.
- Old Sturbridge Village.
- Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resorts Casino.
- Six Flags New England.
- The Mark Twain House & Museum.
- The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk.
- Woodbury Common Premium Outlets.
What roads are trucks not allowed on in NY?
No Trucks Allowed on Any “Parkways” in NYC
- Belt Parkway.
- Ocean Parkway.
- Jackie Robinson Parkway.
- Henry Hudson Parkway.
- Grand Central Parkway.
- Bronx River Parkway.
- Hutchinson River Parkway.
- Cross County Parkway.
Can you drive a truck through the Lincoln Tunnel?
Lincoln Tunnel No trucks permitted in the center tube. Motorized vehicles only. No pedestrian or bicycle access. Operators of overweight or over-dimensional cargo, or to lead a convoy across the Lincoln Tunnel, must contact the 24-hour Communications Desk at (201) 617-8115 prior to their trip for approval.
What is the best time to drive through NYC?
I would say between 2:00 and 4:00 in the morning would be a good time to drive through Manhattan without encountering terrible traffic problems. Don’t expect to find a free and legal parking spot, though.
Is LA or NYC traffic worse?
New York City Overtakes Los Angeles To Top List Of Worst Traffic In The Country, Survey Says. Compare that to the 46 hours on average per driver for the year in Los Angeles. LA used to be in the top spot for nearly 30 years, but not now.
Which is the best route from New York City to Boston?
You can drive to and from Boston and New York City—the most direct route takes you through Connecticut on I-84 E to I-90 E in Massachusetts and is about 215 miles. The drive passes through New Haven or Hartford, Connecticut, both of which can be troublesome with traffic during rush hour or weekends.
What is halfway between NYC and Boston?
The best city between Boston, MA and NYC to meet is Hartford, Connecticut which is about 9 miles from the exact midpoint. The town that marks the exact halfway point is actually Pinnacle Heights Housing, Connecticut.
What is halfway between Washington DC and Boston?
Halfway between Boston and Washington, DC The best place to meet based on recommendations from Trippy members is Hudson River Greenway. The location closest to the exact midpoint would be Secaucus.
What is between Boston and Washington DC?
The city at the geographic halfway point from Boston, MA to Washington, DC is Bayonne, New Jersey.