RFK Bridge: Bronx Crossing

The Bronx spans the RFK Bridge: Bronx Crossing, lifting traffic between the borough and upper Manhattan. Robert F. Kennedy Brg, New York, NY 10035 anchors a daily artery of cars, buses, and trucks—no reservations needed.

Built for cross-town flow, this bridge carries interstate travelers and locals alike past the Harlem River. A five-minute detour here avoids a slog through midtown; afternoon fog may slow things regardless. Expect steady streams at dawn and dusk.

Passage speeds upward of forty miles per hour; watch for variable message boards along the approach. Fines apply for toll violations—toll tags are optional, but mailed invoices aren’t.

If the route feels unclear, grab directions to the RFK Bridge: Bronx Crossing; the map link shows every exit and merge up to the toll gantries.