Origin
Amherst, NY
Afternoon in Amherst on Thursday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amherst, NY to Hamptonburgh, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 51m
Distance
323.4 mi
520 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 40m
★
6 AM
6h 52m
8 AM
7h 15m
10 AM
7h 0m
12 PM
6h 58m
3 PM
7h 1m
5 PM
7h 14m
8 PM
6h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amherst, NY
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Hamptonburgh, NY
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Trip Overview
This 323.4-mile journey from Amherst, NY, to Hamptonburgh, NY, is a substantial drive that can be completed in approximately 6 hours and 51 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-86 and the New York State Thruway, with a segment on I-81, this route offers a mixed driving experience across New York state. With a projected fuel cost of $53, it's an economical option for a single-day trip if you're prepared for a full day behind the wheel. This drive is well-suited for tackling in one go, but consider an early start to make the most of daylight.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161.7 miles from Amherst, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 51m. Total distance: 323.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a 57% highway share on this route, meaning a good portion involves faster-paced driving on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.8 miles on I-86, so be ready for extended periods of consistent speed. The 'mixed drive' profile suggests you'll transition between these major arteries and potentially some other road types as you progress through the state. This blend means a dynamic driving experience, shifting from open highway cruising to more varied road conditions.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 86 is the longest continuous segment at about 117.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 323.4 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 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
3.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Albany
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1-49
Toward I 90 East: Albany
8
103.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 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
6
153.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
200 mi into trip
|
~4h 13m in
|
I 86; NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17 toward New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New York
6
317.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 39m in
|
NY 17M
Take the exit onto NY 17M toward NY 17A, NY 207: Florida, Goshen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 124
Toward NY 17A, NY 207: Florida, Goshen
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Amherst, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY, road signs point toward Clyde and New York.
Clyde
103.1 mi in
|
~2h
New York
200 mi in
|
~4h 13m
|
via I 86; NY 17
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 86 | 117.8 mi | 2h 26m |
| New York State Thruway | 99.4 mi | 1h 54m |
| I 81 | 45.4 mi | 54m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Clark Street Road | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Genesee Street | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| State Route 41 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 86
— 117.8 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amherst, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY.
1
Start on NY 263
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Millersport Highway
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 290 E
3
Merge onto I 290
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Youngmann Expressway
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 1-49
Toward I 90 East: Albany
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 90
99 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
New York State Thruway
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
7 sec
8
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 414
9
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NY 318
Use the left lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
11
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Street
13
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Dill Street
14
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
·
16 sec
·
Loop Road
15
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Genesee Street
16
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Street Road
17
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Lake Street
18
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
East Lake Road
19
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
20
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Lake Road
21
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 41
22
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
23
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
25
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17
118 mi
·
2 hr 26 min
·
I 86; NY 17
Toward New York
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit onto NY 17M
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
NY 17M
Exit 124
Toward NY 17A, NY 207: Florida, Goshen
28
Continue on NY 17A; NY 17M
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Greenwich Avenue
29
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenwich Avenue
30
Continue on NY 207
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
31
Turn right onto CR 8
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Sarah Wells Trail
32
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 8
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Sarah Wells Trail
33
Arrive at destination
CR 8
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 51-minute duration, departing early in the morning from Amherst will allow you to arrive in Hamptonburgh with ample daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of nearly 118 miles, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. The $53 fuel cost is manageable, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially before entering longer stretches like the one on I-86. Since this is a feasible day trip, flexibility is your friend; adjust your departure time based on traffic and weather forecasts.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.7 miles from Amherst, NY, or about 3h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 71 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.7 miles or 3h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamptonburgh, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amherst, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amherst, NY
This is one driving day of about 323.4 miles and 6h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Amherst, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 86 for about 117.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161.7 mi from Amherst, NY · 3h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.7 miles from Amherst, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.8 miles.
Arriving in Hamptonburgh, NY
The final approach into Hamptonburgh, 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 Hamptonburgh, NY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.23 one way
$106.47 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $57.56 | $115.13 |
| premium | $4.92 | $62.68 | $125.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.40 | $142.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.97
New York State Thruway
(99.4 mi)
$4.97
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
$53
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97 | 1 | $33.96 | $15.52 |
| Efficient EV | 80.9 | 0 | $28.30 | $12.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.4 | 1 | $45.28 | $20.70 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Hamptonburgh, NY
Afternoon in Hamptonburgh on Thursday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Union, NY
162 mi in
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.
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 51m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Amherst, NY to Hamptonburgh, NY covers 323.4 miles and takes about 6h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 86, New York State Thruway, I 81. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 161.7 miles from Amherst, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.23 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 1 meaningful break 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 20 significant decision points across 323.4 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 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Between Amherst, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY, road signs point toward Clyde and New York.
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