Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
88.8 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holcomb, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 88.8-mile drive from Buffalo, NY, to Holcomb, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take just under 2 hours. You'll primarily navigate using the New York State Thruway, Kensington Expressway, and Victor-Holcomb Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, this route offers an economical journey. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-intensive experience, despite a significant portion on the Thruway. It's a straightforward trip within the Northeast region, perfect for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.4 miles from Buffalo, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 88.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 88.8-mile journey. While 8% of the route involves highway driving, the overall character leans towards more frequent directional changes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 70.6 miles on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent travel. Beyond that, the route transitions to more local roads, indicated by the 'turn-heavy' description, requiring your attention for navigation as you get closer to Holcomb.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Elm Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Elm Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Niagara Falls, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 490: Rochester, Victor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NY 96: Victor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto NY 96 / Victor-Pittsford Road
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Buffalo, NY and Holcomb, NY, road signs point toward Albany and Victor.
Albany
Victor
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 70.6 mi | 1h 22m |
| Kensington Expressway | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Victor-Holcomb Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Victor-Pittsford Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Maple Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Genesee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo, NY and Holcomb, NY.
Start on NY 384
Continue on Court Street
Continue on Lafayette Square
Turn left onto Washington Street
Turn right onto Genesee Street
Turn left onto Elm Street
Take the exit
Continue on NY 33
Take the exit
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on I 490
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Turn left onto NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Turn right onto NY 444
Continue on NY 444
Turn left onto East Main Street
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 53-minute duration for the 88.8 miles, this trip is ideal for a single day with plenty of flexibility. Aim to leave Buffalo in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. While the $15 fuel cost is modest, it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay close attention to your navigation as you approach Holcomb, as the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests a need for precise steering and awareness of local road changes. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own brief breaks as needed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.4 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Holcomb, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Buffalo, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Buffalo, NY
This is one driving day of about 88.8 miles and 1h 53m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.4 mi from Buffalo, NY · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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.
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.4 miles from Buffalo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.6 miles.
The final approach into Holcomb, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.62 one way
$29.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $15.81 | $31.61 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.21 | $34.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.61 | $39.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.53
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
$15
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $3.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.43 | $5.68 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Buffalo on Thursday
Local time
10:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Night in Holcomb on Thursday
Local time
10:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
40°F
Stafford, NY
44 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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